March weather forecast
Hot Springs, NC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Hot Springs, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 35.8°F (2.1°C) and 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Temperature

March's arrival sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C) to a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C). Throughout March, a steady low-temperature average of 35.8°F (2.1°C) is noted.

Humidity

In Hot Springs, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In March, in Hot Springs, the rain falls for 16.8 days. Throughout March, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hot Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 197.7 days and collects up to 40" (1016mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 5.4 days. Throughout March, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is accumulated. In Hot Springs, North Carolina, during the entire year, snow falls for 39 days and aggregates up to 26.14" (664mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:52 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 7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Hot Springs in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 53.2°F (11.8°C) and 35.8°F (2.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March in Hot Springs is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Hot Springs, in March, during 16.8 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 5.4 days. Throughout March, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:52 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 7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

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

Average temperature in March
Hot Springs, NC

Average temperature in March - Hot Springs, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Hot Springs, NC

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

Average wind speed in March - Hot Springs, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Hot Springs, NC

Average humidity in March - Hot Springs, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Hot Springs, NC

Average rainfall in March - Hot Springs, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.52").

Average rainfall days in March
Hot Springs, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Hot Springs, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Hot Springs, NC

Average snowfall in March - Hot Springs, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Hot Springs, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Hot Springs, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Hot Springs, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hot Springs, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Hot Springs, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Hot Springs, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Hot Springs, NC

Average UV index in March - Hot Springs, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Hot Springs, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Hot Springs, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Hot Springs, NC

Average visibility in March - Hot Springs, NC
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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