March weather forecast
Mills River, NC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a refreshing month in Mills River, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 55.6°F (13.1°C) and 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Temperature

Mills River's weather in March shows a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving slightly up from February's chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C) to a refreshing 55.6°F (13.1°C). In Mills River, an average temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C) is noted during March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Mills River is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout March, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mills River, North Carolina, there are 128.4 rainfall days, and 15.2" (386mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Mills River. In Mills River, during March, snow falls for 1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Mills River, North Carolina, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.7 days and aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Mills River, North Carolina, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Mills River, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:51 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 7.3h.

UV index

In Mills River, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Mills River in March?

The high-temperature in Mills River during March is 55.6°F (13.1°C) and the low-temperature is 37.8°F (3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Mills River?

In Mills River, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in Mills River in March?

In Mills River, North Carolina, during March, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Mills River?

In Mills River, in March, during 1 snowfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Mills River have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Mills River?

On the first day of March in Mills River, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:51 pm EDT.

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

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

In Mills River, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Mills River?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Mills River, NC

Average temperature in March - Mills River, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28°F).

Average pressure in March
Mills River, NC

Average pressure in March - Mills River, 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
Mills River, NC

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Mills River, NC

Average humidity in March - Mills River, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Mills River, NC

Average rainfall in March - Mills River, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

Average rainfall days in March
Mills River, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Mills River, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Mills River, NC

Average snowfall in March - Mills River, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Mills River, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Mills River, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 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
Mills River, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mills River, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Mills River, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Mills River, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Mills River, NC

Average UV index in March - Mills River, 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
Mills River, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Mills River, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Mills River, NC

Average visibility in March - Mills River, NC
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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