March weather forecast
Margarettsville, NC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a refreshing month in Margarettsville, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Temperature

March introduces a minor temperature shift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from February's fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) to a moderate 57.7°F (14.3°C). In Margarettsville, the average low-temperature during the month of March is a wintry 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Humidity

In Margarettsville, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Margarettsville, during March, the rain falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. In Margarettsville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.6 days and collects up to 32.09" (815mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Margarettsville, North Carolina, are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.9 snowfall days, in March, Margarettsville aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow. In Margarettsville, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.5 days and aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March 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, 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

In Margarettsville, the average sunshine in March is 6.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Margarettsville is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

In Margarettsville, in March, the average high-temperature is 57.7°F (14.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 40.3°F (4.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 16 days. Throughout March, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.9 snowfall days, in March, Margarettsville aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day 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 in Margarettsville, 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Margarettsville, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Margarettsville, NC

Average temperature in March - Margarettsville, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 57.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Margarettsville, NC

Average pressure in March - Margarettsville, 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
Margarettsville, NC

Average wind speed in March - Margarettsville, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Margarettsville, NC

Average humidity in March - Margarettsville, 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, February, April, July and November (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Margarettsville, NC

Average rainfall in March - Margarettsville, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.89").

Average rainfall days in March
Margarettsville, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Margarettsville, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Margarettsville, NC

Average snowfall in March - Margarettsville, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Margarettsville, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Margarettsville, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.9 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Margarettsville, 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 January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Margarettsville, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Margarettsville, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Margarettsville, NC

Average UV index in March - Margarettsville, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Margarettsville, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Margarettsville, 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
Margarettsville, NC

Average visibility in March - Margarettsville, 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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