March weather forecast
Sanford, MS

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an agreeable month in Sanford, Mississippi, with an average temperature fluctuating between 49.8°F (9.9°C) and 69.4°F (20.8°C).

Temperature

Sanford perceives a slight temperature ascent during March, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a refreshing 61.3°F (16.3°C) in February to an agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C). Throughout the nights in March, an average low-temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C) is noted.

Humidity

In Sanford, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Sanford, during March, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. In Sanford, Mississippi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.2 days and collects up to 34.88" (886mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Sanford aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Sanford, during the entire year, snow falls for 2 days and aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Sanford, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:16 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Sanford?

The high-temperature, in March, in Sanford, records 69.4°F (20.8°C), while the low-temperature is 49.8°F (9.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Sanford?

In Sanford, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How much does it rain in Sanford in March?

In Sanford, in March, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Sanford?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Sanford aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sanford have in March?

The average day length in March in Sanford is 12h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Sanford?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Sanford, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:16 pm CDT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Sanford have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Sanford, Mississippi, is 6.9h.

How high is the UV index in March in Sanford?

In Sanford, Mississippi, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Sanford, MS

Average temperature in March - Sanford, MS
  • Average high temperature in March: 69.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 49.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Sanford, MS

Average pressure in March - Sanford, MS
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Sanford, MS

Average wind speed in March - Sanford, MS
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Sanford, MS

Average humidity in March - Sanford, MS
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Sanford, MS

Average rainfall in March - Sanford, MS
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in March
Sanford, MS

Average rainfall days in March - Sanford, MS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Sanford, MS

Average snowfall in March - Sanford, MS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Sanford, MS

Average snowfall days in March - Sanford, MS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sanford, MS

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sanford, MS
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Sanford, MS

Average sunshine days in March - Sanford, MS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Sanford, MS

Average UV index in March - Sanford, MS
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in March
Sanford, MS

Average cloud cover in March - Sanford, MS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Sanford, MS

Average visibility in March - Sanford, MS
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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