March weather forecastThornton Gap, KY
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Thornton Gap, is a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 53.4°F (11.9°C) and 36.9°F (2.7°C).Temperature
March introduces a minor temperature shift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from February's chilly 44.6°F (7°C) to a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C). An average temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) is recorded during the nights in March.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 17.5 days. Throughout March, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Thornton Gap, during the entire year, the rain falls for 195.8 days and collects up to 40.35" (1025mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Thornton Gap, during March, snow falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow. In Thornton Gap, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.6 days and aggregates up to 19.29" (490mm) of snow.Daylight
In Thornton Gap, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:53 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 March, the average sunshine is 6h.UV index
In Thornton Gap, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Thornton Gap, KY
- Average high temperature in March: 53.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 36.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Thornton Gap, KY
- Average pressure in March: 30.1"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Thornton Gap, KY
- Average wind speed in March: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).
Average humidity in March
Thornton Gap, KY
- Average humidity in March: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in March
Thornton Gap, KY
- Average rainfall in March: 3.31"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").
Average rainfall days in March
Thornton Gap, KY
- Average rainfall days in March: 17.5 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Thornton Gap, KY
- Average snowfall in March: 2.72"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Thornton Gap, KY
- Average snowfall days in March: 5.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Thornton Gap, 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 42min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Thornton Gap, KY
- Average sunshine days in March: 9.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8 days).
Average UV index in March
Thornton Gap, KY
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, June 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
Thornton Gap, KY
- Average cloud cover in March: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in March
Thornton Gap, KY
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
