March weather forecast
Catawba Heights, NC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Catawba Heights, is a mild month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 60.4°F (15.8°C) and an average low of 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

As March sets, the average high-temperature shows a slight increase, moving up from a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C) in February to a mild 60.4°F (15.8°C). Catawba Heights observes an average low-temperature of 42.3°F (5.7°C) during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In Catawba Heights, during March, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. In Catawba Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.8 days and collects up to 30.98" (787mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in March, Catawba Heights aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Catawba Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 4 days and aggregates up to 4.96" (126mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Catawba Heights, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:45 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 Catawba Heights, the average sunshine in March is 7.2h.

UV index

In Catawba Heights, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 4 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Catawba Heights in March?

In Catawba Heights, 60.4°F (15.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 42.3°F (5.7°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Catawba Heights, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Catawba Heights, in March, during 13.7 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in March, Catawba Heights aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Catawba Heights, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:45 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 Catawba Heights have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Catawba Heights, NC

Average temperature in March - Catawba Heights, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 60.4°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 (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 42.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Catawba Heights, NC

Average pressure in March - Catawba Heights, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Catawba Heights, NC

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Catawba Heights, NC

Average humidity in March - Catawba Heights, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Catawba Heights, NC

Average rainfall in March - Catawba Heights, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.97").

Average rainfall days in March
Catawba Heights, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Catawba Heights, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Catawba Heights, NC

Average snowfall in March - Catawba Heights, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Catawba Heights, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Catawba Heights, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Catawba Heights, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Catawba Heights, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Catawba Heights, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Catawba Heights, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

Average UV index in March
Catawba Heights, NC

Average UV index in March - Catawba Heights, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Catawba Heights, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Catawba Heights, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Catawba Heights, NC

Average visibility in March - Catawba Heights, 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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