March weather forecast
Holly Springs, NC

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Weather in March

In transitioning towards the fairer days of Spring, March's weather in Holly Springs exhibits a considerable bump upward in temperatures, reaching up to 59.9°F (15.5°C). Notably, it's a month characterized by considerable moisture with the highest number of rainfall days, at 14.1 on an average. Springtime's advent brings an invigorating shift, where the city metamorphoses, shrugging off winter's frosty armor. With longer daylight hours, March stands as a prelude to April's demonstrative bloom and vibrancy. This trend leans towards clearer days and lessening of winter's residual grey palette.

Temperature

March brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) in February to a refreshing 59.9°F (15.5°C). During the month of March, the temperature in Holly Springs generally drops to a low average of 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Humidity

January, March, April, June, July and November, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months in Holly Springs.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout March, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 161.9 rainfall days, and 31.57" (802mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Holly Springs aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 5 snowfall days, and 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:36 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 7.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 31, 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 59.9°F (15.5°C) and 42.6°F (5.9°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are January, March, April, June, July and November, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Holly Springs, in March, during 14.1 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Holly Springs?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Holly Springs aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Holly Springs have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:36 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 Holly Springs have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.1h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Holly Springs, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate 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
Holly Springs, NC

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 42.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Holly Springs, NC

Average pressure in March - Holly Springs, 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
Holly Springs, NC

Average wind speed in March - Holly Springs, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Holly Springs, NC

Average humidity in March - Holly Springs, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April, June, July and November (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Holly Springs, NC

Average rainfall in March - Holly Springs, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.09").

Average rainfall days in March
Holly Springs, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Holly Springs, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Holly Springs, NC

Average snowfall in March - Holly Springs, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Holly Springs, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Holly Springs, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 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
Holly Springs, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Holly Springs, 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 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Holly Springs, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Holly Springs, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

Average UV index in March
Holly Springs, NC

Average UV index in March - Holly Springs, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 4

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

Average cloud cover in March
Holly Springs, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Holly Springs, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Holly Springs, NC

Average visibility in March - Holly Springs, 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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