March weather forecast
Carolina Beach, NC

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Weather in March

The first signs of spring start to appear in Carolina Beach in March. The area starts warming up with the day-night temperature variance decreasing and overall, the city experiences a more pleasant climate. Sea water temperatures start to increase, and people looking to engage in water-based activities will find this period more pleasant. March is recorded to have the same level of rainfall as February, so having a sturdy umbrella on hand would still be a wise move. The weather patterns start to level out in preparation for the upcoming spring, making March a transition month.

Temperature

Transitioning into March, Carolina Beach records an average high-temperature of a comfortable 61.9°F (16.6°C), almost identical to February's 57.7°F (14.3°C). In Carolina Beach, March nights cool down to an average of 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Carolina Beach, during March, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 122.3 rainfall days, and 11.14" (283mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Ocean temperature

In Carolina Beach, the average seawater temperature in March is 58.6°F (14.8°C).
Note: In 58.6°F (14.8°C), even brief exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) feels biting, and anything less than 50°F (10°C) risks cold shock and impaired breathing, considering one's health.

Daylight

In Carolina Beach, North Carolina, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Carolina Beach, North Carolina, the average sunshine in March is 7.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Carolina Beach is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during March morphs into the following directions:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
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 Carolina Beach?

The high-temperature in Carolina Beach, North Carolina, during March is 61.9°F (16.6°C) and the low-temperature is 50.5°F (10.3°C).

What are the least humid months in Carolina Beach?

The months with the lowest humidity in Carolina Beach are January, March, October and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in March in Carolina Beach?

In Carolina Beach, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Carolina Beach?

In Carolina Beach, during March, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Carolina Beach?

March through December are months without snowfall in Carolina Beach, North Carolina.

Does it snow in Carolina Beach 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 Carolina Beach?

In Carolina Beach, the average seawater temperature in March is 58.6°F (14.8°C). Swimming in 58.6°F (14.8°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the average length of the day in March in Carolina Beach?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Carolina Beach?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Carolina Beach, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

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

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 Carolina Beach have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Carolina Beach?

In Carolina Beach, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Carolina Beach, NC

Average temperature in March - Carolina Beach, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 61.9°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 50.5°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 (43.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Carolina Beach, NC

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

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

Average wind speed in March
Carolina Beach, NC

Average wind speed in March - Carolina Beach, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Carolina Beach, NC

Average humidity in March - Carolina Beach, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July, August and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, October and November (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Carolina Beach, NC

Average rainfall in March - Carolina Beach, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
Carolina Beach, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Carolina Beach, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.3 days).

Average snowfall days in March
Carolina Beach, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Carolina Beach, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 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
Carolina Beach, NC

Average sea temperature in March - Carolina Beach, NC
  • Average sea temperature in March: 58.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (82.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (57.5°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Carolina Beach, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Carolina Beach, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Carolina Beach, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Carolina Beach, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

Average UV index in March
Carolina Beach, NC

Average UV index in March - Carolina Beach, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Carolina Beach, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Carolina Beach, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Carolina Beach, NC

Average visibility in March - Carolina Beach, 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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