March weather forecast
Mount Airy, NC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Mount Airy, is a mild month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55.9°F (13.3°C) and 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

March's onset witnesses a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) in February to a refreshing 55.9°F (13.3°C). During the nights in March, the temperature averages to a wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Mount Airy, in March, during 13.9 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mount Airy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.6 days and collects up to 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Mount Airy, during March, snow falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 10.1 snowfall days, and 8.98" (228mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:44 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 7h.

UV index

In Mount Airy, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The high-temperature during March is 55.9°F (13.3°C) and the low-temperature is 37.9°F (3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Mount Airy, during March, the rain falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 1.7 days. Throughout March, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated.

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, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:44 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 7h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Mount Airy, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Mount Airy, NC

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Mount Airy, NC

Average pressure in March - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average pressure in March: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Mount Airy, NC

Average wind speed in March - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Mount Airy, NC

Average humidity in March - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Mount Airy, NC

Average rainfall in March - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in March
Mount Airy, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Mount Airy, NC

Average snowfall in March - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Mount Airy, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.7 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, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Mount Airy, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mount Airy, 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: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Mount Airy, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Mount Airy, NC

Average UV index in March - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Mount Airy, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Mount Airy, NC

Average visibility in March - Mount Airy, 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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