March weather forecast
Owensboro, KY

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A stunning architectural design of the famous Bluegrass Music Museum in the city of Owensboro, Kentucky

Weather in March

March brings the freshness of spring to Owensboro, marking a noticeable increase in temperatures. The temperature range widens between 39.4°F (4.1°C) and 55.4°F (13°C), showcasing the onset of warmer days. Rainfall peaks in March, signaling the change of seasons and providing essential hydration for the still-dormant flora and fauna of the area. The days start to get notably longer, setting the ground for increasingly pleasant weather in the following months. Sunshine becomes slightly more common, much to the relief of the Owensboro locals.

Temperature

Owensboro's transition into March sees a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a chilly 45°F (7.2°C) in February to a mild 55.4°F (13°C). An average low-temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C) is common in Owensboro during the nights of March.

Humidity

In Owensboro, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Owensboro, in March, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.3 rainfall days, and 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Owensboro, Kentucky, are January through April, November and December. In March, in Owensboro, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout March, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Owensboro, there are 20.5 snowfall days, and 5.24" (133mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Owensboro is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:10 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

In Owensboro, the average sunshine in March is 6.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Owensboro?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Owensboro are 55.4°F (13°C) and 39.4°F (4.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Owensboro?

The average relative humidity in March in Owensboro is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Owensboro?

In Owensboro, Kentucky, in March, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Owensboro?

In March, in Owensboro, Kentucky, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout March, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Owensboro?

In March, the average day length in Owensboro is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Owensboro?

On the first day of March in Owensboro, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:10 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Owensboro?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Owensboro, Kentucky, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Owensboro?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.

How high is the UV index in March in Owensboro?

In Owensboro, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Owensboro, KY

Average temperature in March - Owensboro, KY
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 39.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

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Average pressure in March
Owensboro, KY

Average pressure in March - Owensboro, KY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Owensboro, KY

Average wind speed in March - Owensboro, KY
  • Average wind speed in March: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Owensboro, KY

Average humidity in March - Owensboro, KY
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Owensboro, KY

Average rainfall in March - Owensboro, KY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in March
Owensboro, KY

Average rainfall days in March - Owensboro, KY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Owensboro, KY

Average snowfall in March - Owensboro, KY
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Owensboro, KY

Average snowfall days in March - Owensboro, KY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Owensboro, KY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Owensboro, KY
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Owensboro, KY

Average sunshine days in March - Owensboro, KY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Owensboro, KY

Average UV index in March - Owensboro, KY
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Owensboro, KY

Average cloud cover in March - Owensboro, KY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in March
Owensboro, KY

Average visibility in March - Owensboro, KY
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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