March weather forecast
Creston, NC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Creston, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 51.4°F (10.8°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

March's arrival brings a slight change in high-temperatures, adjusting from a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C) in February to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). Creston throughout March, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, March and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Creston, in March, it is raining for 15.2 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 176.9 rainfall days, and 31.61" (803mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Creston. In Creston, in March, snow falls for 5.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.72" (69mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.9 snowfall days, and 20.67" (525mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:48 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 Creston, the average sunshine in March is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Creston, is 51.4°F (10.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 34.3°F (1.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

February, March and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Creston, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March in Creston?

In March, the rain falls for 15.2 days. Throughout March, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Creston, during March, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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 6:55 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:48 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 Creston, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Creston, NC

Average temperature in March - Creston, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Creston, NC

Average pressure in March - Creston, NC
  • Average pressure in March: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Creston, NC

Average wind speed in March - Creston, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in March
Creston, NC

Average humidity in March - Creston, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Creston, NC

Average rainfall in March - Creston, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in March
Creston, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Creston, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Creston, NC

Average snowfall in March - Creston, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Creston, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Creston, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Creston, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Creston, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Creston, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Creston, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Creston, NC

Average UV index in March - Creston, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Creston, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Creston, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in March
Creston, NC

Average visibility in March - Creston, NC
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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