Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average sea temperature in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
As February gives way to March, the average high-temperature displays a slight ascent, adjusting from a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) to a moderate 56.8°F (13.8°C). Columbia, during the month of March, experiences an average low-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C).Humidity
In Columbia, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.Rainfall
The months with the least rainfall in Columbia are January, March and November Rain falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of rain.Snowfall
March through December are months without snowfall.Ocean temperature
In Columbia, the average seawater temperature in March is 57.4°F (14.1°C).Note: With an efficient thermal swimsuit, one can navigate 57.4°F (14.1°C) even if it's colder than 50°F (10°C); otherwise, rapid cold shock and breathlessness might set in. Barely wading at 55.4°F (13°C) feels chilly.
Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:26 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 Columbia, the average sunshine in March is 6.9h.UV index
In Columbia, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in March leads to these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in March
Columbia, NC
- Average high temperature in March: 56.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 42.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Columbia, NC
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Columbia, NC
- Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Columbia, NC
- Average humidity in March: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, April and November (76%).
Average rainfall in March
Columbia, NC
- Average rainfall in March: 0.47"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.18").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March and November (0.47").
Average rainfall days in March
Columbia, NC
- Average rainfall days in March: 8.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (5.1 days).
Average snowfall in March
Columbia, NC
- Average snowfall in March: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Columbia, NC
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Columbia, NC
- Average sea temperature in March: 57.4°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (81.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (55.2°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Columbia, 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: 6h and 5min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Columbia, NC
- Average sunshine days in March: 21.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Columbia, NC
- Average UV index in March: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Columbia, NC
- Average cloud cover in March: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in March
Columbia, 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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