March weather forecast
Burlington, NC

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Weather in March

As the first traces of spring overcast the winter season, March offers a higher UV index, indicating a return of the sun's radiant rays. The brighter sunlight accompanies an increase in temperatures, touching a comfortable 58.6°F (14.8°C). March exhibits a bitter-sweet symphony of reduced snowfall and consistent rainfall. Contemplating weekend plans outdoors? Visibility stands undeterred at 6 miles. As the handshake to April takes place, one should prepare for an engaging interplay between sun and showers.

Temperature

March's onset witnesses a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) in February to a refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C). An average temperature of 40.5°F (4.7°C) is recorded in Burlington during the nights in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Burlington, North Carolina, in March, during 14.5 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Burlington, North Carolina, there are 160.6 rainfall days, and 31.85" (809mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Burlington, North Carolina. During 0.9 snowfall days, in March, Burlington aggregates 0.71" (18mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Burlington, there are 6.9 snowfall days, and 6.46" (164mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Burlington, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:13 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Burlington, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:39 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 7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 4 in March translates into these instructions:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Burlington in March?

In Burlington, 58.6°F (14.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 40.5°F (4.7°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Burlington?

In Burlington, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Burlington?

In Burlington, North Carolina, in March, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Burlington?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Burlington. During 0.9 snowfall days, in March, Burlington aggregates 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Burlington have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Burlington?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:13 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Burlington, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Burlington, 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 Burlington?

In Burlington, the average sunshine duration in March is 7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Burlington?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Burlington is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Burlington, NC

Average temperature in March - Burlington, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 58.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Burlington, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Burlington, NC

Average wind speed in March - Burlington, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Burlington, NC

Average humidity in March - Burlington, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Burlington, NC

Average rainfall in March - Burlington, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.89").

Average rainfall days in March
Burlington, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Burlington, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Burlington, NC

Average snowfall in March - Burlington, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Burlington, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Burlington, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.6 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
Burlington, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Burlington, 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 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Burlington, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Burlington, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Burlington, NC

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

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
Burlington, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Burlington, NC

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

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

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