March weather forecast
Tuscaloosa, AL

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Weather in March

With March, Tuscaloosa, Alabama begins to shake off the winter chill and welcome the spring season. Temperatures rise noticeably from February's chill, and the city starts to warm up, offering more opportunities for outdoor recreation. March registers a significant drop in snowfall, near 0" (0mm), signaling the end of the town's short lived snowy winter. The city blooms beautifully under the improving weather conditions, with longer sunshine hours setting the stage for spring's official arrival. Overcast skies get replaced by clear blue ones, and the transition from winter to spring is truly a sight to behold in Tuscaloosa.

Temperature

March's onset brings a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 57.2°F (14°C) in February to a comfortable 65.1°F (18.4°C). The temperature dips to an average of 47.3°F (8.5°C) during March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 15.1 days. Throughout March, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.6 rainfall days, and 40.94" (1040mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through October are months without snowfall in Tuscaloosa.

Daylight

In Tuscaloosa, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:10 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 6.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 in March translates into these instructions:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Tuscaloosa, is 65.1°F (18.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 47.3°F (8.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 15.1 days. Throughout March, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Tuscaloosa, snow does not fall in March through October.

Does it snow in March?

In March, it doesn't snow. February is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Tuscaloosa, the average day length in March is 12h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:10 pm CDT.

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

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 Tuscaloosa have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Tuscaloosa, Alabama, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Tuscaloosa, AL

Average temperature in March - Tuscaloosa, AL
  • Average high temperature in March: 65.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 47.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Tuscaloosa, AL

Average pressure in March - Tuscaloosa, AL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

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

Average wind speed in March
Tuscaloosa, AL

Average wind speed in March - Tuscaloosa, AL
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Tuscaloosa, AL

Average humidity in March - Tuscaloosa, AL
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Tuscaloosa, AL

Average rainfall in March - Tuscaloosa, AL
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.4").

Average rainfall days in March
Tuscaloosa, AL

Average rainfall days in March - Tuscaloosa, AL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Tuscaloosa, AL

Average snowfall in March - Tuscaloosa, AL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Tuscaloosa, AL

Average snowfall days in March - Tuscaloosa, AL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Tuscaloosa, AL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Tuscaloosa, AL
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Tuscaloosa, AL

Average sunshine days in March - Tuscaloosa, AL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8 days).

Average UV index in March
Tuscaloosa, AL

Average UV index in March - Tuscaloosa, AL
  • Average UV index in March: 4

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

Average cloud cover in March
Tuscaloosa, AL

Average cloud cover in March - Tuscaloosa, AL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Tuscaloosa, AL

Average visibility in March - Tuscaloosa, AL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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