March weather forecast
Ararat, NC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a mild month in Ararat, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and an average high of 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

March comes with a subtle rise, with the average high-temperature adjusting from a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C) in February to a mild 55.9°F (13.3°C). Throughout March nights, Ararat registers an average low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Ararat, in March, during 13.9 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 152.6 rainfall days, and 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Ararat, in March, snow falls for 1.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow. In Ararat, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.1 days and aggregates up to 8.98" (228mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:43 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

In Ararat, the average sunshine in March is 7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The high-temperature during March is 55.9°F (13.3°C) and the low-temperature is 37.9°F (3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Ararat?

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Ararat?

In Ararat, during March, the rain falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Ararat?

In Ararat, during March, snow falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ararat have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:43 pm EDT.

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 EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March?

In Ararat, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in March is 7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Ararat?

In Ararat, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Ararat, NC

Average temperature in March - Ararat, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Ararat, NC

Average pressure in March - Ararat, NC
  • Average pressure in March: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Ararat, NC

Average wind speed in March - Ararat, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Ararat, NC

Average humidity in March - Ararat, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Ararat, NC

Average rainfall in March - Ararat, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in March
Ararat, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Ararat, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ararat, NC

Average snowfall in March - Ararat, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ararat, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Ararat, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ararat, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ararat, NC
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ararat, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Ararat, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Ararat, NC

Average UV index in March - Ararat, NC
  • 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
Ararat, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Ararat, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Ararat, NC

Average visibility in March - Ararat, NC
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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