March weather forecast
Gatesville, NC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a moderate month in Gatesville, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Temperature

With the transition into March, Gatesville experiences a subtle uplift in average high-temperatures, adjusting from a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) in February to a refreshing 57.7°F (14.3°C). Gatesville records a steady low-temperature average of 41.2°F (5.1°C) during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Gatesville, in March, during 14.3 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 161.4 rainfall days, and 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Gatesville aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Gatesville, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.6 days and aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:28 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

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in March leads to these guidelines:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

In March, in Gatesville, the average high-temperature is 57.7°F (14.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In Gatesville, in March, during 14.3 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Gatesville aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Gatesville have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Gatesville?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:28 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 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Gatesville, 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
Gatesville, NC

Average temperature in March - Gatesville, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 57.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 41.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32°F).

Average pressure in March
Gatesville, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Gatesville, NC

Average wind speed in March - Gatesville, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Gatesville, NC

Average humidity in March - Gatesville, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, April and November (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Gatesville, NC

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.09").

Average rainfall days in March
Gatesville, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Gatesville, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Gatesville, NC

Average snowfall in March - Gatesville, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Gatesville, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.3 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
Gatesville, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Gatesville, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Gatesville, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Gatesville, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Gatesville, NC

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Gatesville, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Gatesville, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Gatesville, NC

Average visibility in March - Gatesville, 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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