March weather forecast
Edenton, NC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Edenton, is a moderate month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 58.1°F (14.5°C) and an average low of 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Edenton experiences a subtle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C) in February to a refreshing 58.1°F (14.5°C). The mean low-temperature during March nights in Edenton is a wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Humidity

In Edenton, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, in Edenton, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout March, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Edenton, there are 166.9 rainfall days, and 34.45" (875mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Edenton are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Edenton aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Edenton, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.7 days and aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Edenton, in March, the average water temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C).
Note: Staying in 54.1°F (12.3°C) waters for just a few moments at 55.4°F (13°C) can be harrowing, and below 50°F (10°C) poses breathing and cold shock risks, depending on individual tolerance.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:27 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 6.8h.

UV index

In Edenton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 4 transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Edenton in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 58.1°F (14.5°C) and 42.1°F (5.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Edenton, in March, during 13.8 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Edenton aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in March?

In Edenton, in March, the average water temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C). Swimming in 54.1°F (12.3°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Edenton have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:27 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 Edenton have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Edenton, NC

Average temperature in March - Edenton, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 58.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 42.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Edenton, NC

Average pressure in March - Edenton, 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
Edenton, NC

Average wind speed in March - Edenton, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in March
Edenton, NC

Average humidity in March - Edenton, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August, September and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and April (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Edenton, NC

Average rainfall in March - Edenton, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.13").

Average rainfall days in March
Edenton, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Edenton, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Edenton, NC

Average snowfall in March - Edenton, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Edenton, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Edenton, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.2 days

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

Average sea temperature in March
Edenton, NC

Average sea temperature in March - Edenton, NC
  • Average sea temperature in March: 54.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (80.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (52.7°F).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Edenton, 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 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Edenton, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Edenton, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10 days).

Average UV index in March
Edenton, NC

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Edenton, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Edenton, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Edenton, NC

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

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

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