March weather forecast
Petersburg, KY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Petersburg, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 51.4°F (10.8°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

In Petersburg, the average high-temperature in March increases from an icy 40.8°F (4.9°C) in February to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). Petersburg records an average low of 35.2°F (1.8°C) throughout the nights in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Petersburg is 77%.

Rainfall

In Petersburg, Kentucky, in March, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Petersburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.3 days and collects up to 26.81" (681mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Petersburg, Kentucky, in March, snow falls for 4.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Petersburg, there are 32.4 snowfall days, and 7.87" (200mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Petersburg is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:32 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 8:02 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Petersburg, Kentucky, is 5.9h.

UV index

In Petersburg, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Petersburg?

Petersburg in March has an average high-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Petersburg?

In Petersburg, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Petersburg?

In Petersburg, Kentucky, in March, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Petersburg in March?

In Petersburg, Kentucky, in March, during 4.6 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Petersburg have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Petersburg?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:32 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Petersburg, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 8:02 pm EDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March in Petersburg?

The average sunshine duration in March in Petersburg, Kentucky, is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in March in Petersburg?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Petersburg is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Petersburg, KY

Average temperature in March - Petersburg, KY
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Petersburg, KY

Average pressure in March - Petersburg, KY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Petersburg, KY

Average wind speed in March - Petersburg, KY
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Petersburg, KY

Average humidity in March - Petersburg, KY
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (75%).

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Average rainfall in March
Petersburg, KY

Average rainfall in March - Petersburg, KY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in March
Petersburg, KY

Average rainfall days in March - Petersburg, KY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Petersburg, KY

Average snowfall in March - Petersburg, KY
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Petersburg, KY

Average snowfall days in March - Petersburg, KY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 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
Petersburg, KY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Petersburg, KY

Average sunshine days in March - Petersburg, KY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Petersburg, KY

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Petersburg, KY

Average cloud cover in March - Petersburg, KY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in March
Petersburg, KY

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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