March weather forecast
Henderson, NC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Henderson, is a mild month, with an average temperature ranging between max 58.3°F (14.6°C) and min 40.8°F (4.9°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of March, Henderson's average high-temperature sees a minor increase, transitioning from a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) in February to a mild 58.3°F (14.6°C). Throughout the month of March, the nighttime temperature in Henderson dips to an average of 40.8°F (4.9°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout March, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Henderson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.1 days and collects up to 29.41" (747mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.9 snowfall days, in March, Henderson aggregates 1.5" (38mm) of snow. In Henderson, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.3 days and aggregates up to 6.38" (162mm) 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 6:42 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Henderson, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:35 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

In Henderson, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 4 during March morphs into the following directions:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 58.3°F (14.6°C) and 40.8°F (4.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Henderson?

In Henderson, during March, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.9 snowfall days, in March, Henderson aggregates 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:35 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 Henderson have in March?

In Henderson, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in March is 7h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Henderson, NC

Average temperature in March - Henderson, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 58.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Henderson, NC

Average pressure in March - Henderson, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Henderson, NC

Average wind speed in March - Henderson, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Henderson, NC

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Henderson, NC

Average rainfall in March - Henderson, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in March
Henderson, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Henderson, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Henderson, NC

Average snowfall in March - Henderson, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Henderson, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Henderson, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.9 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
Henderson, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Henderson, 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: 7h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Henderson, NC

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (12.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Henderson, NC

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Henderson, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Henderson, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Henderson, NC

Average visibility in March - Henderson, 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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