March weather forecastShelbyville, KY
March
Weather in March
The arrival of March in Shelbyville, Kentucky signals the onset of spring. The temperatures rise significantly from February, with highs reaching up to 53.8°F (12.1°C). The frequency of rain increases in this month, accompanying the warming trend. The relative humidity fluctuates around 78%, contributing to a damp feel that characterizes spring weather. As winter relinquishes its hold, snowfall becomes a rarer occurrence, paving the way for more rain-filled days.Temperature
As Shelbyville transitions into March, the average high-temperature shows a change, moving from a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C) in February to a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C). March nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 37.2°F (2.9°C).Humidity
In Shelbyville, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout March, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 161.4 rainfall days, and 32.09" (815mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Shelbyville are January through April, November and December. The months with the most snowfall are February and March, with an average 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated snow.Daylight
In Shelbyville, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 8:03 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
In Shelbyville, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Shelbyville, KY
- Average high temperature in March: 53.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 37.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).
Average pressure in March
Shelbyville, KY
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Shelbyville, KY
- Average wind speed in March: 8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).
Average humidity in March
Shelbyville, KY
- Average humidity in March: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (75%).
Average rainfall in March
Shelbyville, KY
- Average rainfall in March: 2.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in March
Shelbyville, KY
- Average rainfall days in March: 14 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Shelbyville, KY
- Average snowfall in March: 1.85"
The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Shelbyville, KY
- Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Shelbyville, KY
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 6min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in March
Shelbyville, KY
- Average sunshine days in March: 12.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (11.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Shelbyville, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Shelbyville, KY
- Average cloud cover in March: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in March
Shelbyville, KY
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May and July (5mi).
