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Kentucky Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Kentucky, the United States of America in March.

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Considering a trip to Kentucky, the United States of America this March and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Kentucky in March

Kentucky, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. March in Kentucky generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Florence at 12°C (54°F) to mild in Madisonville at 16°C (61°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C (39°F) in Madisonville and 1°C (34°F) in Florence.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Kentucky, the United States of America, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Grayson with an average of 97 mm (3.8 in) to high snow/rainfall in Murray with 139 mm (5.5 in).

Explore Kentucky by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Kentucky - and find the best time to visit. (based on Lexington)

January5°C (41°F) February6°C (43°F) March13°C (55°F) April20°C (68°F) May24°C (75°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August30°C (86°F) September27°C (81°F) October19°C (66°F) November13°C (55°F) December8°C (46°F)
Best Time to Visit Kentucky →

Best Places to Visit in Kentucky in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Kentucky.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Kentucky

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Kentucky, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Kentucky (March)

Precipitation variation in Kentucky (March)

Lexington

In March Lexington generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
13°C (55°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
2°C (36°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
150 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
very good
Climate in Lexington →

Louisville

In March Louisville generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
15°C (59°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
3°C (37°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
190 hours
224 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
163 mm (6.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
mixed
very good
Climate in Louisville →

Frankfort

In March Frankfort generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
14°C (57°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
153 mm (6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
mixed
very good
Climate in Frankfort →

Bowling Green

In March Bowling Green generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
16°C (61°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
mixed
very good
Climate in Bowling Green →

Paducah

In March Paducah generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
15°C (59°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
3°C (37°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
154 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
mixed
very good
Climate in Paducah →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Kentucky, in the United States of America.

Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Kentucky in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lexington 13°C (55°F) 2°C (36°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Louisville 15°C (59°F) 3°C (37°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Frankfort 14°C (57°F) 1°C (34°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)
Bowling Green 16°C (61°F) 3°C (37°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)
Paducah 15°C (59°F) 3°C (37°F) 136 mm (5.4 in)
Florence 12°C (54°F) 1°C (34°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)

Kentucky weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Kentucky, the United States of America in March?

In March, Kentucky, the United States of America generally has less favorable weather conditions. Lexington sees daytime temperatures near 13°C (55°F), with nights cooling to roughly 2°C (36°F).

What is the average temperature in Kentucky, the United States of America in March?

Daytime temperatures in Lexington peak at roughly 13°C (55°F) in March, dropping to about 2°C (36°F) overnight.

Does Kentucky, the United States of America get a lot of rain in March?

Lexington typically receives notable rainfall in March, about 105 mm (4.1 in) on average across Kentucky, the United States of America.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Kentucky, the United States of America?

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to Kentucky, the United States of America with often less favorable weather in Lexington.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May, June and September offering mostly very good weather in Lexington. The weather in January, February, March and December, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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