March weather forecast
Elizabeth City, NC

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The Little Sugar Creek near a clear path on Greenway in the city of Elizabeth, North Carolina
The Little Sugar Creek near a clear path on Greenway in the city of Elizabeth, North Carolina

Weather in March

The transition from February to March comes with inviting changes as the climate transitions into spring. Average temperatures record a hike with a decrease in snowfall frequency and amount for the year, being reduced to just 0.2" (5mm). While rainfall sees a minor dip, the increase in daylight results in higher sunshine hours, signifying the end of harsh winter. Wind speeds very slightly as compared to February.

Temperature

Elizabeth City experiences an average high-temperature of a mild 55.9°F (13.3°C) in March, marking an insignificant shift from 50.9°F (10.5°C) in February. In March, the average low-temperature is a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Humidity

In Elizabeth City, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Elizabeth City, North Carolina, during March, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. In Elizabeth City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165 days and collects up to 29.06" (738mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in March, Elizabeth City aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 4.6 snowfall days, and 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.9h.

UV index

In Elizabeth City, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Elizabeth City in March?

In Elizabeth City, in March, the average high-temperature is 55.9°F (13.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 43.2°F (6.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Elizabeth City, in March, during 14.5 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in March, Elizabeth City aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Elizabeth City have in March?

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 6:34 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.

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 March, the average sunshine duration is 6.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Elizabeth City, NC

Average temperature in March - Elizabeth City, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 43.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).

Average pressure in March
Elizabeth City, NC

Average pressure in March - Elizabeth City, 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
Elizabeth City, NC

Average wind speed in March - Elizabeth City, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Elizabeth City, NC

Average humidity in March - Elizabeth City, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Elizabeth City, NC

Average rainfall in March - Elizabeth City, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.57").

Average rainfall days in March
Elizabeth City, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Elizabeth City, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Elizabeth City, NC

Average snowfall in March - Elizabeth City, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Elizabeth City, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Elizabeth City, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Elizabeth City, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Elizabeth City, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Elizabeth City, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Elizabeth City, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Elizabeth City, NC

Average UV index in March - Elizabeth City, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Elizabeth City, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Elizabeth City, 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 27).

Average visibility in March
Elizabeth City, NC

Average visibility in March - Elizabeth City, 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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