March weather forecast
Carrboro, NC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Carrboro, is a moderate month, with an average temperature ranging between min 41.2°F (5.1°C) and max 59.2°F (15.1°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March sees a slight increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a mild 59.2°F (15.1°C). Carrboro encounters an average low-temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C) during March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Carrboro, in March, during 11.4 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130 rainfall days, and 14.21" (361mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in March, Carrboro aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 4 snowfall days, and 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:37 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 value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During March, 4 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Carrboro, is 59.2°F (15.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, in Carrboro, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout March, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

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

How many hours of daylight does Carrboro have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:37 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 Carrboro?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Carrboro, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Carrboro, NC

Average temperature in March - Carrboro, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 59.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 41.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32°F).

Average pressure in March
Carrboro, NC

Average pressure in March - Carrboro, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Carrboro, NC

Average wind speed in March - Carrboro, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Carrboro, NC

Average humidity in March - Carrboro, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

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

Average rainfall in March
Carrboro, NC

Average rainfall in March - Carrboro, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (0.83").

Average rainfall days in March
Carrboro, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Carrboro, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Carrboro, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Carrboro, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.5 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
Carrboro, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Carrboro, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Carrboro, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Carrboro, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (12.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Carrboro, NC

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Carrboro, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Carrboro, 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 31).

Average visibility in March
Carrboro, NC

Average visibility in March - Carrboro, 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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