March weather forecast
Beaufort, NC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a mild month in Beaufort, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50°F (10°C) and 60.1°F (15.6°C).

Temperature

Beaufort notes an average high-temperature of a still moderate 60.1°F (15.6°C) in March, hardly diverging from February. In Beaufort, the March nights cool down to an average low of 50°F (10°C).

Humidity

March and October, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in Beaufort.

Rainfall

In Beaufort, in March, during 11.8 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Beaufort, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.6 days and collects up to 22.4" (569mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Beaufort, snow does not fall in March through December.

Ocean temperature

In Beaufort, the average seawater temperature in March is 63.1°F (17.3°C).
Note: Swimming is not a pleasurable activity for most people when the water temperature is 63.1°F (17.3°C). Breathing control gets harder as the water temperature drops from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

In Beaufort, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:27 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

The average sunshine in March is 7.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Beaufort is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in March translates into the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Beaufort?

In Beaufort, in March, the average high-temperature is 60.1°F (15.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 50°F (10°C).

What is the least humid month in Beaufort?

March and October, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in Beaufort, North Carolina.

What is the average humidity in March in Beaufort?

The average relative humidity in March in Beaufort, North Carolina, is 74%.

How much does it rain in Beaufort in March?

In Beaufort, in March, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Beaufort?

In Beaufort, North Carolina, snow does not fall in March through December.

Does it snow in Beaufort in March?

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

What is the ocean temperature in March in Beaufort?

In Beaufort, in March, the average water temperature is 63.1°F (17.3°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 63.1°F (17.3°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

What is the average length of the day in March in Beaufort?

In Beaufort, North Carolina, the average day length in March is 12h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Beaufort?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Beaufort, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:27 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Beaufort, North Carolina, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Beaufort have in March?

In Beaufort, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Beaufort?

In Beaufort, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Beaufort, NC

Average temperature in March - Beaufort, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 60.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 50°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (77.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Beaufort, NC

Average pressure in March - Beaufort, NC
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Beaufort, NC

Average wind speed in March - Beaufort, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Beaufort, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and October (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Beaufort, NC

Average rainfall in March - Beaufort, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.26"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are August and September (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in March
Beaufort, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Beaufort, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Beaufort, NC

Average snowfall in March - Beaufort, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Beaufort, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Beaufort, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Beaufort, NC

Average sea temperature in March - Beaufort, NC
  • Average sea temperature in March: 63.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (83.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (61.3°F).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Beaufort, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Beaufort, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Beaufort, NC

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

Average cloud cover in March - Beaufort, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in March
Beaufort, NC

Average visibility in March - Beaufort, NC
  • 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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