March weather forecast
Metcalf, NC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Metcalf, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 59.5°F (15.3°C) and 41°F (5°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March sees a slight increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C). Metcalf records a mean low-temperature of 41°F (5°C) in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are March and November Rain falls for 10.8 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of rain.

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, Metcalf aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Metcalf, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.7 days and aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) 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 6:54 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:13 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

In March, the average sunshine is 7.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index 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 ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Metcalf, is 59.5°F (15.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 41°F (5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

What is the driest month in Metcalf?

March and November are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 10.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Metcalf, during March, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in March, Metcalf aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Metcalf have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:47 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 many hours of sunshine does Metcalf have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Metcalf, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 59.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 41°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Metcalf, NC

Average pressure in March - Metcalf, 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
Metcalf, NC

Average wind speed in March - Metcalf, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Metcalf, NC

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

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
Metcalf, NC

Average rainfall in March - Metcalf, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and November (0.71").

Average rainfall days in March
Metcalf, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Metcalf, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Metcalf, NC

Average snowfall in March - Metcalf, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Metcalf, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Metcalf, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 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
Metcalf, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Metcalf, 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 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Metcalf, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Metcalf, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Metcalf, NC

Average UV index in March - Metcalf, 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
Metcalf, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Metcalf, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 41

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

Average visibility in March
Metcalf, NC

Average visibility in March - Metcalf, NC
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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