March weather forecast
Jackson, NC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Jackson, is a mild month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 57.9°F (14.4°C) and an average low of 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 51.8°F (11°C) in February to a moderate 57.9°F (14.4°C). During the month of March, the temperature falls to an average of 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout March, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 149 rainfall days, and 24.02" (610mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Jackson. During 0.5 snowfall days, in March, Jackson aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 5.2 snowfall days, and 2.83" (72mm) 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 6:38 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Jackson, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:31 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 6.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The high-temperature in Jackson, North Carolina, during March is 57.9°F (14.4°C) and the low-temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Jackson, in March, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in March, Jackson aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Jackson have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:31 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 6.9h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Jackson, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Jackson, NC

Average temperature in March - Jackson, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 57.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 41.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32°F).

Average pressure in March
Jackson, NC

Average pressure in March - Jackson, 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
Jackson, NC

Average wind speed in March - Jackson, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Jackson, NC

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

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

Average rainfall in March
Jackson, NC

Average rainfall in March - Jackson, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.38").

Average rainfall days in March
Jackson, NC

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Jackson, NC

Average snowfall in March - Jackson, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Jackson, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Jackson, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 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
Jackson, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Jackson, 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: 6h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Jackson, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Jackson, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Jackson, NC

Average UV index in March - Jackson, 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
Jackson, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Jackson, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Jackson, NC

Average visibility in March - Jackson, 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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