March weather forecast
Greenville, NC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Greenville, is a mild month, with an average temperature varying between 59.9°F (15.5°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

Greenville in March denotes a subtle temperature transition, adjusting from an average high of a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) in February to a refreshing 59.9°F (15.5°C). During March, Greenville experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Humidity

In Greenville, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Greenville, in March, during 13.8 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Greenville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.6 days and collects up to 33.94" (862mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Greenville aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Greenville, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.5 days and aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Greenville, North Carolina, is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:05 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Greenville, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:30 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 7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during March translates into these guidelines:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Greenville in March?

The high-temperature during March is 59.9°F (15.5°C) and the low-temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Greenville, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Greenville, during March, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Greenville aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:05 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:30 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 Greenville, the average sunshine duration in March is 7h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Greenville, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Greenville, NC

Average temperature in March - Greenville, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 59.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Greenville, NC

Average pressure in March - Greenville, 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
Greenville, NC

Average wind speed in March - Greenville, 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 (5.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Greenville, NC

Average humidity in March - Greenville, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, July, August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Greenville, NC

Average rainfall in March - Greenville, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").

Average rainfall days in March
Greenville, NC

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Greenville, NC

Average snowfall in March - Greenville, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Greenville, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Greenville, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 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
Greenville, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Greenville, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Greenville, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Greenville, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Greenville, NC

Average UV index in March - Greenville, 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
Greenville, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Greenville, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Greenville, NC

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

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

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