March weather forecast
North Carolina, USA

March in North Carolina marks the beginning of a noticeable transition from winter to spring. The temperatures climb, and the snow begins to recede, except in the higher altitudes.

In the Coastal Plains, temperatures range from 40°F (4.4°C) to 60°F (15.6°C), with minimal chances of snowfall. Coastal cities like Wilmington experience milder conditions with temperatures from 42°F (5.6°C) to 63°F (17.2°C), setting the stage for the warmer months ahead.

The Piedmont Division observes temperatures from 38°F (3.3°C) to 60°F (15.6°C), with rare occurrences of snow or sleet. The Sandhills section continues to experience mild conditions, with little fluctuation in precipitation.

The Mountain Division, including cities like Asheville, still faces the remnants of winter. Temperatures range from 31°F (-0.6°C) to 54°F (12.2°C), with occasional snowfall in higher elevations. The high slopes of the Appalachian Mountains might still receive some snow, although it is less frequent compared to the previous months.

March serves as a bridge between the colder and warmer seasons in North Carolina. While winter's effects can still be felt, especially in the mountainous regions, the overall trend of rising temperatures and decreasing snowfall sets the tone for the arrival of spring. It contrasts significantly with February, as the coastal and Piedmont regions especially begin to shed the chill of winter, ushering in milder and more favorable weather.

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• Charlotte - March »
  On Sunday, March 10.2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Charlotte, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. In Charlotte, during March, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.
• Raleigh - March »
  On Sunday, March 10.2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Raleigh and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. January, March, April, June, July and November, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months in Raleigh, North Carolina.
• Greensboro - March »
  On Sunday, March 10.2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Greensboro, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. When does Daylight Saving Time start in March in Greensboro?
• Durham - March »
  During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Durham aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Durham aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow.
• Winston-Salem - March »
  On the first day of March in Winston-Salem sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:16 pm EST. When does Daylight Saving Time start in March in Winston-Salem?
• Fayetteville - March »
  In Fayetteville, during March, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. When does Daylight Saving Time start in March in Fayetteville?
• Cary - March »
  On Sunday, March 10.2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Cary and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. In Cary in March, during 14.3 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Wilmington - March »
  In Wilmington in March, during 13.7 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. January through March are months with snowfall in Wilmington, North Carolina.
• High Point - March »
  On Sunday, March 10.2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in High Point and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. March is the last month it regularly snows in High Point, North Carolina.
• Asheville - March »
  On Sunday, March 10.2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Asheville, North Carolina, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. In Asheville in March, snow falls for 2 days, with typically accumulated 1.02" (26mm) of snow.
• Concord - March »
  On Sunday, March 10.2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Concord, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. During 0.7 snowfall days, in March, Concord aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow.
• Gastonia - March »
  In Gastonia, during March, the rain falls for 14.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. When does Daylight Saving Time start in March in Gastonia?