March weather forecast
Pilot Mountain, NC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a mild month in Pilot Mountain, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 37.9°F (3.3°C) and max 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

The transition from February to March brings a subtle temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) to a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C). In Pilot Mountain, the average nighttime temperature during March is a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Pilot Mountain, during March, the rain falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. In Pilot Mountain, 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 Pilot Mountain, in March, snow falls for 1.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow. In Pilot Mountain, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.1 days and aggregates up to 8.98" (228mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Pilot Mountain, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:16 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:43 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 in Pilot Mountain is 7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Pilot Mountain?

The high-temperature, in March, in Pilot Mountain, records 55.9°F (13.3°C), while the low-temperature is 37.9°F (3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Pilot Mountain?

The average relative humidity in March in Pilot Mountain is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Pilot Mountain?

In Pilot Mountain, North Carolina, in March, during 13.9 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Pilot Mountain?

In Pilot Mountain, in March, during 1.7 snowfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Pilot Mountain?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Pilot Mountain?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:16 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Pilot Mountain, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:43 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Pilot Mountain, 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 Pilot Mountain have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Pilot Mountain is 7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Pilot Mountain?

In Pilot Mountain, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Pilot Mountain, NC

Average temperature in March - Pilot Mountain, 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
Pilot Mountain, NC

Average pressure in March - Pilot Mountain, 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
Pilot Mountain, NC

Average wind speed in March - Pilot Mountain, 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
Pilot Mountain, NC

Average humidity in March - Pilot Mountain, 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
Pilot Mountain, NC

Average rainfall in March - Pilot Mountain, 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
Pilot Mountain, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Pilot Mountain, 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
Pilot Mountain, NC

Average snowfall in March - Pilot Mountain, 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
Pilot Mountain, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Pilot Mountain, 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
Pilot Mountain, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Pilot Mountain, 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
Pilot Mountain, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Pilot Mountain, 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
Pilot Mountain, NC

Average UV index in March - Pilot Mountain, 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
Pilot Mountain, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Pilot Mountain, 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
Pilot Mountain, NC

Average visibility in March - Pilot Mountain, 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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