March weather forecast
Drexel, NC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Drexel, is a moderate month, with an average temperature ranging between min 38.8°F (3.8°C) and max 56.7°F (13.7°C).

Temperature

With the start of March, the average high-temperature marginally shifts from February's chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C) to a moderate 56.7°F (13.7°C). An average low-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) is expected during March.

Humidity

In Drexel, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout March, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168.6 rainfall days, and 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Drexel, in March, during 1.4 snowfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Drexel, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.1 days and aggregates up to 7.2" (183mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
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 March, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:47 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 March, the average sunshine in Drexel, North Carolina, is 7.3h.

UV index

In Drexel, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Drexel in March?

During March, Drexel experiences an average high-temperature of 56.7°F (13.7°C) and a low-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Drexel, in March, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Drexel, in March, during 1.4 snowfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Drexel have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Drexel, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:47 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 Drexel have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Drexel, NC

Average temperature in March - Drexel, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 56.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Drexel, NC

Average pressure in March - Drexel, NC
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"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
Drexel, NC

Average wind speed in March - Drexel, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Drexel, NC

Average humidity in March - Drexel, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Drexel, NC

Average rainfall in March - Drexel, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in March
Drexel, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Drexel, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Drexel, NC

Average snowfall in March - Drexel, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Drexel, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Drexel, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Drexel, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Drexel, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Drexel, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Drexel, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Drexel, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Drexel, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Drexel, NC

Average visibility in March - Drexel, NC
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May and September (5mi).

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