March weather forecast
Glen Alpine, NC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a refreshing month in Glen Alpine, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 56.7°F (13.7°C) and an average low of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

As Glen Alpine welcomes March, the average high-temperature displays a subtle shift, adjusting from a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C) in February to a refreshing 56.7°F (13.7°C). During March, Glen Alpine records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Humidity

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 March, it is snowing for 1.4 days. Throughout March, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated. In Glen Alpine, 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 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Glen Alpine, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:48 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 is 7.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 56.7°F (13.7°C) and 38.8°F (3.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March in Glen Alpine is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Glen Alpine, during March, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Glen Alpine, during March, snow falls for 1.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Glen Alpine have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:48 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 Glen Alpine have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.3h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Glen Alpine, NC

Average temperature in March - Glen Alpine, 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
Glen Alpine, NC

Average pressure in March - Glen Alpine, 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
Glen Alpine, NC

Average wind speed in March - Glen Alpine, 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
Glen Alpine, NC

Average humidity in March - Glen Alpine, 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
Glen Alpine, NC

Average rainfall in March - Glen Alpine, 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
Glen Alpine, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Glen Alpine, 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
Glen Alpine, NC

Average snowfall in March - Glen Alpine, 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
Glen Alpine, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Glen Alpine, 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
Glen Alpine, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Glen Alpine, 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
Glen Alpine, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Glen Alpine, 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
Glen Alpine, NC

Average UV index in March - Glen Alpine, 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
Glen Alpine, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Glen Alpine, 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
Glen Alpine, NC

Average visibility in March - Glen Alpine, 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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