March weather forecast
Otto, NC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a moderate month in Otto, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55.4°F (13°C) and 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Temperature

With the transition into March, Otto experiences a subtle uplift in average high-temperatures, adjusting from a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C) in February to a mild 55.4°F (13°C). An average nighttime temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C) is noted during the month of March.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Otto, in March, during 16.1 rainfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Otto, there are 174.2 rainfall days, and 44.02" (1118mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 1.5 days. Throughout March, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated. In Otto, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.7 days and aggregates up to 10.79" (274mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Otto is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Otto, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:54 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 Otto, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in March leads to these guidelines:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Otto in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Otto, is 55.4°F (13°C), while the average low-temperature is 37.8°F (3.2°C).

What are the most humid months in Otto?

The months with the highest humidity in Otto, North Carolina, are February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in March in Otto?

In Otto, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March in Otto?

In Otto, North Carolina, during March, the rain falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Otto in March?

In Otto, North Carolina, in March, during 1.5 snowfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Otto have in March?

The average day length in March in Otto is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Otto?

On the first day of March in Otto, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:54 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Otto, North Carolina, 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 Otto?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Otto is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in March in Otto?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Otto is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Otto, NC

Average temperature in March - Otto, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Otto, NC

Average pressure in March - Otto, NC
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Otto, NC

Average wind speed in March - Otto, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Otto, NC

Average humidity in March - Otto, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Otto, NC

Average rainfall in March - Otto, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.82"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and December (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.52").

Average rainfall days in March
Otto, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Otto, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Otto, NC

Average snowfall in March - Otto, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Otto, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Otto, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.4 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
Otto, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Otto, 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: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Otto, NC

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Otto, NC

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Otto, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Otto, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March
Otto, NC

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

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

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