March weather forecast
Jenkins Heights, NC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a moderate month in Jenkins Heights, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 60.3°F (15.7°C).

Temperature

Jenkins Heights in March denotes a subtle temperature transition, adjusting from an average high of a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) in February to a refreshing 60.3°F (15.7°C). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 41.5°F (5.3°C) in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Jenkins Heights, in March, during 14.9 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 167.3 rainfall days, and 33.39" (848mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in March, Jenkins Heights aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Jenkins Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.3 days and aggregates up to 5.79" (147mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:45 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 Jenkins Heights, North Carolina, the average sunshine in March is 7.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during March translates into these guidelines:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 60.3°F (15.7°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 14.9 days. Throughout March, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in March, Jenkins Heights aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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 6:53 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:45 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 Jenkins Heights?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Jenkins Heights is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Jenkins Heights, NC

Average temperature in March - Jenkins Heights, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 60.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 41.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Jenkins Heights, NC

Average pressure in March - Jenkins Heights, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Jenkins Heights, NC

Average wind speed in March - Jenkins Heights, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Jenkins Heights, NC

Average humidity in March - Jenkins Heights, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Jenkins Heights, NC

Average rainfall in March - Jenkins Heights, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.09").

Average rainfall days in March
Jenkins Heights, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Jenkins Heights, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Jenkins Heights, NC

Average snowfall in March - Jenkins Heights, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Jenkins Heights, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Jenkins Heights, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.7 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
Jenkins Heights, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Jenkins Heights, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Jenkins Heights, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Jenkins Heights, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Jenkins Heights, NC

Average UV index in March - Jenkins Heights, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 4

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

Average cloud cover in March
Jenkins Heights, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Jenkins Heights, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Jenkins Heights, NC

Average visibility in March - Jenkins Heights, 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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