March weather forecast
Marion, NC

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A walking path through the woods, scenic trees, and clean fields near the calm Catawba River in Marion City, North Carolina
A walking path through the woods, scenic trees, and clean fields near the calm Catawba River in Marion City, North Carolina

Weather in March

March brings with it the thaw of the harder winter months in Marion, as signs of spring start to emerge. It is a month that sees increased daylight hours of 12, providing ample opportunity to soak up the sun. As the most significant change from the harsh winter period, the increased sunshine paves the way for a rise in outdoor activities. The weather in March offers an opportunity to experience the colorful brushstrokes of nature’s transformation from winter to spring. Landscape changes and seasonal transition become predominant themes of the month.

Temperature

March brings a slight rise in Marion's average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in February to a mild 55.9°F (13.3°C). The average temperature during March nights dips to a wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Marion, in March, it is raining for 15.7 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Marion, there are 175.4 rainfall days, and 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 2.2 days. Throughout March, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 12.2 snowfall days, and 8.35" (212mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:49 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 Marion, North Carolina, the average sunshine in March is 7.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March leads to these instructions:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Marion?

In Marion, 55.9°F (13.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 37.9°F (3.3°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity in Marion is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March in Marion?

In Marion, during March, the rain falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Marion, North Carolina, during March, snow falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Marion have in March?

In Marion, 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 6:56 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:49 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 7.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Marion, NC

Average temperature in March - Marion, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Marion, NC

Average pressure in March - Marion, 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
Marion, NC

Average wind speed in March - Marion, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Marion, NC

Average humidity in March - Marion, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and November (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Marion, NC

Average rainfall in March - Marion, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1.93").

Average rainfall days in March
Marion, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Marion, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Marion, NC

Average snowfall in March - Marion, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Marion, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Marion, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Marion, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Marion, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Marion, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Marion, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Marion, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Marion, NC

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

The months with the highest visibility are February, June, July, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, April, May, September and December (5mi).

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