March weather forecast
Jefferson, NC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Jefferson, is a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 50.7°F (10.4°C).

Temperature

The start of March brings a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, edging up from February's frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) to a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C). Jefferson experiences a mean low-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C) during March.

Humidity

In Jefferson, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Jefferson, during March, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 118.5 rainfall days, and 21.5" (546mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Jefferson, in March, during 2.2 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Jefferson, North Carolina, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.9 days and aggregates up to 14.37" (365mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Jefferson, North Carolina, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Jefferson, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:47 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 6.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in March translates into this advice:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Jefferson?

In Jefferson, in March, the average high-temperature is 50.7°F (10.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 34.3°F (1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Jefferson?

In Jefferson, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Jefferson?

In March, in Jefferson, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout March, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Jefferson?

In Jefferson, during March, snow falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Jefferson have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Jefferson?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:47 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Jefferson?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Jefferson, 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 Jefferson have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Jefferson is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in March in Jefferson?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Jefferson, North Carolina, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Jefferson, NC

Average temperature in March - Jefferson, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Jefferson, NC

Average pressure in March - Jefferson, NC
  • Average pressure in March: 30.1"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
Jefferson, NC

Average wind speed in March - Jefferson, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Jefferson, NC

Average humidity in March - Jefferson, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

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

Average rainfall in March
Jefferson, NC

Average rainfall in March - Jefferson, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.26").

Average rainfall days in March
Jefferson, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Jefferson, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Jefferson, NC

Average snowfall in March - Jefferson, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Jefferson, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Jefferson, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Jefferson, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Jefferson, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Jefferson, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Jefferson, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Jefferson, NC

Average UV index in March - Jefferson, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Jefferson, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Jefferson, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March
Jefferson, NC

Average visibility in March - Jefferson, NC
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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