March weather forecast
Blowing Rock, NC

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A very tranquil and colorful Broyhill Park near the calm Mayview Lake in Blowing Rock Town, North Carolina
A very tranquil and colorful Broyhill Park near the calm Mayview Lake in Blowing Rock Town, North Carolina

Weather in March

March heralds the onset of the spring season in Blowing Rock, North Carolina. The temperature elevates from February's lows, spanning between 36°F (2.2°C) and 53.4°F (11.9°C). The snowfall decreases significantly, quickly melting away with the rising temperatures. However, the month marks the beginning of the rainy season, with the city seeing more frequent showers. By this time, the days become notably longer, permitting more hours of daylight.

Temperature

With the onset of March, Blowing Rock's average high-temperature sees a modest rise, moving from February's chilly 46°F (7.8°C) to a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C). Blowing Rock usually reports an average low-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C) during the month of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout March, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Blowing Rock, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.2 days and collects up to 33.39" (848mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Blowing Rock are January through May, November and December. In Blowing Rock, in March, during 2.3 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Blowing Rock, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.2 days and aggregates up to 10.2" (259mm) 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 6:55 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:48 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 7.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in March leads to these guidelines:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 53.4°F (11.9°C) and 36°F (2.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout March, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout March, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Blowing Rock, 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 6:55 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:48 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 Blowing Rock, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Blowing Rock, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Blowing Rock, NC

Average temperature in March - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36°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 (26.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Blowing Rock, NC

Average pressure in March - Blowing Rock, 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
Blowing Rock, NC

Average wind speed in March - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Blowing Rock, NC

Average humidity in March - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Blowing Rock, NC

Average rainfall in March - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in March
Blowing Rock, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Blowing Rock, NC

Average snowfall in March - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Blowing Rock, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Blowing Rock, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Blowing Rock, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Blowing Rock, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Blowing Rock, NC

Average UV index in March - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Blowing Rock, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Blowing Rock, NC

Average visibility in March - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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