March weather forecast
Morehead City, NC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a moderate month in Morehead City, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 60.1°F (15.6°C) and 49.3°F (9.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of March notes an average high-temperature of a still moderate 60.1°F (15.6°C), subtly shifted from February's 56.1°F (13.4°C). The mean low-temperature during March nights is a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are March and April, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Morehead City, North Carolina, in March, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Morehead City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.1 days and collects up to 24.25" (616mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In Morehead City, the average seawater temperature in March is 63.1°F (17.3°C).
Note: The majority of people do not enjoy swimming in 63.1°F (17.3°C). The difficulty in controlling breathing escalates as the temperature descends from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Morehead City, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:27 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

The average sunshine in March is 7.4h.

UV index

In Morehead City, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 4 transforms into the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Morehead City?

The high-temperature during March is 60.1°F (15.6°C) and the low-temperature is 49.3°F (9.6°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are March and April, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Morehead City, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Morehead City, in March, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

March through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Morehead City in March?

In March, it doesn't snow. February is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the ocean temperature in March?

In Morehead City, the average seawater temperature in March is 63.1°F (17.3°C). Swimming in 63.1°F (17.3°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

What is the average length of the day in March in Morehead City?

In Morehead City, the average day length in March is 12h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:27 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Morehead City?

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 Morehead City have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Morehead City, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 60.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 49.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (77°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Morehead City, NC

Average pressure in March - Morehead City, NC
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Morehead City, NC

Average wind speed in March - Morehead City, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Morehead City, NC

Average humidity in March - Morehead City, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Morehead City, NC

Average rainfall in March - Morehead City, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in March
Morehead City, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Morehead City, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10 days).

Average snowfall in March
Morehead City, NC

Average snowfall in March - Morehead City, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Morehead City, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Morehead City, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Morehead City, NC

Average sea temperature in March - Morehead City, NC
  • Average sea temperature in March: 63.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (83.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (61.3°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Morehead City, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Morehead City, NC
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Morehead City, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Morehead City, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Morehead City, NC

Average UV index in March - Morehead City, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Morehead City, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Morehead City, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in March
Morehead City, NC

Average visibility in March - Morehead City, 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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