March weather forecastTownsend, TN
March
Weather in March
The transition from winter to spring is marked by a noticeable increase in temperature reaching a high of 55.6°F (13.1°C). March receives a similar amount of rainfall to February accumulating to 3.27" (83mm) over 17.3 days. Levels of snowfall dip drastically to 1.42" (36mm), indicating the onset of warmer weather. A noteworthy increase in daylight can be observed, extending from 10.9 hours in February to 12 hours in March. The month of March could be generally characterized by warmer temperatures and significant rainfall.Temperature
March's arrival sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's chilly 48°F (8.9°C) to a moderate 55.6°F (13.1°C). Throughout March, Townsend's nights cool down to an average of 37.8°F (3.2°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 79%.Rainfall
In Townsend, during March, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 196.8 rainfall days, and 39.72" (1009mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Townsend, in March, during 3.6 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Townsend, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.2 days and aggregates up to 11.42" (290mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 7:56 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 Townsend is 7h.UV index
In Townsend, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. 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
Townsend, TN
- Average high temperature in March: 55.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.3°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 37.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Townsend, TN
- 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 (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Townsend, TN
- Average wind speed in March: 5.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Townsend, TN
- Average humidity in March: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (76%).
Average rainfall in March
Townsend, TN
- Average rainfall in March: 3.27"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.44").
Average rainfall days in March
Townsend, TN
- Average rainfall days in March: 17.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Townsend, TN
- Average snowfall in March: 1.42"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Townsend, TN
- Average snowfall days in March: 3.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Townsend, TN
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in March: 7h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Townsend, TN
- Average sunshine days in March: 9.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Townsend, TN
- 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Townsend, TN
- Average cloud cover in March: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in March
Townsend, TN
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, September, October and December (5mi).
