March weather forecast
Black Mountain, NC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Black Mountain, is a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55.2°F (12.9°C) and 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Temperature

The start of March signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C) in February to a fresh 55.2°F (12.9°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 37.2°F (2.9°C) in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Black Mountain, in March, during 14.1 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156.4 rainfall days, and 27.8" (706mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Black Mountain, during March, snow falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow. In Black Mountain, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.2 days and aggregates up to 11.42" (290mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:24 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:50 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 7.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March translates into the following guidance:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 55.2°F (12.9°C) and 37.2°F (2.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Black Mountain, during March, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Black Mountain, during March, snow falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Black Mountain have in March?

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 6:57 am and sunset at 6:24 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:50 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 Black Mountain have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Black Mountain, NC

Average temperature in March - Black Mountain, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Black Mountain, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Black Mountain, NC

Average wind speed in March - Black Mountain, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Black Mountain, NC

Average humidity in March - Black Mountain, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Black Mountain, NC

Average rainfall in March - Black Mountain, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.05"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in March
Black Mountain, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Black Mountain, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Black Mountain, NC

Average snowfall in March - Black Mountain, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Black Mountain, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Black Mountain, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 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
Black Mountain, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Black Mountain, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Black Mountain, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Black Mountain, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Black Mountain, NC

Average UV index in March - Black Mountain, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Black Mountain, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Black Mountain, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Black Mountain, NC

Average visibility in March - Black Mountain, NC
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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