March weather forecast
West Prestonsburg, KY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in West Prestonsburg, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average low of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and an average high of 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Temperature

West Prestonsburg in March shows a temperature shift, moving from an average high of a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) in February to a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C). The low-temperature averages to an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 17 days. Throughout March, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in West Prestonsburg, there are 181.8 rainfall days, and 33.43" (849mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In West Prestonsburg, in March, during 4.3 snowfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in West Prestonsburg, there are 35.7 snowfall days, and 14.09" (358mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In West Prestonsburg, Kentucky, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in West Prestonsburg, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EST. On the last day of the month, 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 6.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in West Prestonsburg?

During March, West Prestonsburg experiences an average high-temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C) and a low-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in West Prestonsburg?

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

How much does it rain in West Prestonsburg in March?

In West Prestonsburg, Kentucky, during March, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in West Prestonsburg?

In West Prestonsburg, during March, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does West Prestonsburg have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in West Prestonsburg?

In March, 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:53 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in West Prestonsburg, 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 West Prestonsburg?

In West Prestonsburg, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.2h.

How high is the UV index in March in West Prestonsburg?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in West Prestonsburg, Kentucky, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
West Prestonsburg, KY

Average temperature in March - West Prestonsburg, KY
  • Average high temperature in March: 54.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
West Prestonsburg, KY

Average pressure in March - West Prestonsburg, 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 (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
West Prestonsburg, KY

Average wind speed in March - West Prestonsburg, KY
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in March
West Prestonsburg, KY

Average humidity in March - West Prestonsburg, KY
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
West Prestonsburg, KY

Average rainfall in March - West Prestonsburg, KY
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in March
West Prestonsburg, KY

Average rainfall days in March - West Prestonsburg, KY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
West Prestonsburg, KY

Average snowfall in March - West Prestonsburg, KY
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
West Prestonsburg, KY

Average snowfall days in March - West Prestonsburg, KY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
West Prestonsburg, KY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - West Prestonsburg, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
West Prestonsburg, KY

Average sunshine days in March - West Prestonsburg, KY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
West Prestonsburg, KY

Average UV index in March - West Prestonsburg, 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
West Prestonsburg, KY

Average cloud cover in March - West Prestonsburg, KY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
West Prestonsburg, KY

Average visibility in March - West Prestonsburg, KY
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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