March weather forecast
Gastonia, NC

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Weather in March

Wind speeds in Gastonia are at the highest of the year reaching 7mph (11.3km/h) on average in March. With spring's arrival, March experiences a welcome surge in daylight hours along with a drop in cloud coverage. Corresponding to these changes, the days start to warm up with a noticeable difference from the cooler months just passed. There's a considerable increase in rainfall, so outdoor activities may require a raincoat or an umbrella.

Temperature

Observing a slight rise in March, the average high-temperature in Gastonia shifts from February's fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) to a moderate 60.4°F (15.8°C). Gastonia, during the month of March, experiences an average low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Humidity

In Gastonia, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In March, in Gastonia, the rain falls for 14.6 days. Throughout March, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Gastonia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164 days and collects up to 32.91" (836mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Gastonia are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Gastonia, North Carolina. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Gastonia aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Gastonia, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.9 days and aggregates up to 5.55" (141mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Gastonia, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Gastonia, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:45 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 Gastonia, the average sunshine in March is 7.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Gastonia is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Gastonia?

The high-temperature, in March, in Gastonia, records 60.4°F (15.8°C), while the low-temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Gastonia?

The average relative humidity in March in Gastonia, North Carolina, is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March in Gastonia?

In Gastonia, during March, the rain falls for 14.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Gastonia?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Gastonia, North Carolina. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Gastonia aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Gastonia have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Gastonia?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Gastonia, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:45 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Gastonia?

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 Gastonia?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Gastonia is 7.2h.

How high is the UV index in March in Gastonia?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Gastonia, NC

Average temperature in March - Gastonia, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 60.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Gastonia, NC

Average pressure in March - Gastonia, NC
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Gastonia, NC

Average wind speed in March - Gastonia, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Gastonia, NC

Average humidity in March - Gastonia, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Gastonia, NC

Average rainfall in March - Gastonia, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.13").

Average rainfall days in March
Gastonia, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Gastonia, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Gastonia, NC

Average snowfall in March - Gastonia, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Gastonia, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Gastonia, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.1 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
Gastonia, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Gastonia, 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 1min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Gastonia, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Gastonia, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Gastonia, NC

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Gastonia, NC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Gastonia, NC

Average visibility in March - Gastonia, 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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