March weather forecast
Raleigh, MS

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Raleigh, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 49.1°F (9.5°C) and max 68.2°F (20.1°C).

Temperature

Raleigh in March experiences a slight uptick in the average high-temperature, adjusting from February's refreshing 59.9°F (15.5°C) to a pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C). During the month of March, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Raleigh is 78%.

Rainfall

In Raleigh, in March, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 170.6 rainfall days, and 38.19" (970mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Raleigh aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Raleigh, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.8 days and aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:17 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

In March, the average sunshine is 6.6h.

UV index

In Raleigh, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Raleigh, records 68.2°F (20.1°C), while the low-temperature is 49.1°F (9.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Raleigh, in March, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Raleigh aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Raleigh have in March?

In March, the average day length is 12h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Raleigh?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:17 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 Raleigh have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Raleigh, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Raleigh, MS

Average temperature in March - Raleigh, MS
  • Average high temperature in March: 68.2°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 49.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Raleigh, MS

Average pressure in March - Raleigh, MS
  • 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Raleigh, MS

Average wind speed in March - Raleigh, MS
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Raleigh, MS

Average humidity in March - Raleigh, MS
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Raleigh, MS

Average rainfall in March - Raleigh, MS
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.13").

Average rainfall days in March
Raleigh, MS

Average rainfall days in March - Raleigh, MS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Raleigh, MS

Average snowfall in March - Raleigh, MS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.04"

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

Average snowfall days in March
Raleigh, MS

Average snowfall days in March - Raleigh, MS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Raleigh, 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 4min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Raleigh, MS

Average sunshine days in March - Raleigh, MS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Raleigh, MS

Average UV index in March - Raleigh, 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).

Average cloud cover in March
Raleigh, MS

Average cloud cover in March - Raleigh, MS
  • 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 October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Raleigh, MS

Average visibility in March - Raleigh, MS
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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