March weather forecast
Patterson, NC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Patterson, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 36°F (2.2°C) and 53.4°F (11.9°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is marked by a modest rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's frosty 46°F (7.8°C) to a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C). Patterson records a mean low-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C) in March.

Humidity

In Patterson, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout March, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 177.6 rainfall days, and 34.09" (866mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Patterson, in March, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow. In Patterson, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.2 days and aggregates up to 10.2" (259mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Patterson, North Carolina, is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:12 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 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in March leads to these guidelines:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 53.4°F (11.9°C) and a low-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Patterson?

In March, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout March, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Patterson, in March, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Patterson have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Patterson?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 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 Patterson have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Patterson, NC

Average temperature in March - Patterson, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Patterson, NC

Average pressure in March - Patterson, 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
Patterson, NC

Average wind speed in March - Patterson, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Patterson, NC

Average humidity in March - Patterson, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Patterson, NC

Average rainfall in March - Patterson, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.2").

Average rainfall days in March
Patterson, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Patterson, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Patterson, NC

Average snowfall in March - Patterson, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Patterson, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Patterson, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Patterson, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Patterson, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Patterson, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Patterson, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Patterson, NC

Average UV index in March - Patterson, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Patterson, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Patterson, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Patterson, NC

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

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

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