March weather forecast
Benson, NC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Benson, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between max 60.4°F (15.8°C) and min 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

Benson observes a slight uplift in the average high-temperature with the onset of March, adjusting from February's cool 53.6°F (12°C) to a refreshing 60.4°F (15.8°C). Benson's nighttime temperature in March drops to an average of 43°F (6.1°C).

Humidity

January, March and November, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Benson, North Carolina, in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Benson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.6 days and collects up to 27.05" (687mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Benson. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in March, Benson aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Benson, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.3 days and aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Benson, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:35 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 March, the average sunshine is 7.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Benson, North Carolina, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 60.4°F (15.8°C) and 43°F (6.1°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month?

January, March and November, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in March in Benson?

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Benson, during March, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Benson. During 0.5 snowfall days, in March, Benson aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Benson have in March?

In Benson, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:35 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 many hours of sunshine does Benson have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Benson, NC

Average temperature in March - Benson, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 60.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 43°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Benson, NC

Average pressure in March - Benson, NC
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are November and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Benson, NC

Average wind speed in March - Benson, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Benson, NC

Average humidity in March - Benson, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Benson, NC

Average rainfall in March - Benson, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.54").

Average rainfall days in March
Benson, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Benson, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Benson, NC

Average snowfall in March - Benson, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Benson, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Benson, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Benson, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Benson, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Benson, NC

Average UV index in March - Benson, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Benson, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Benson, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Benson, NC

Average visibility in March - Benson, 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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