March weather forecast
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Pine Knoll Shores, is still a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 49.6°F (9.8°C) and 59.9°F (15.5°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during March is a still refreshing 59.9°F (15.5°C), almost matching the conditions of the preceding month. In Pine Knoll Shores, the March nights cool down to an average low of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Humidity

January through April and October, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In March, in Pine Knoll Shores, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout March, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Pine Knoll Shores, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.1 days and collects up to 30.51" (775mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In March, the average ocean temperature in Pine Knoll Shores is 63.1°F (17.3°C).
Note: For most individuals, swimming in 63.1°F (17.3°C) is not a pleasant experience. The difficulty in managing breathing increases as the temperature decreases 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 6:35 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of March, 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

In Pine Knoll Shores, the average sunshine in March is 7.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Pine Knoll Shores?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Pine Knoll Shores, is 59.9°F (15.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What are the least humid months?

January through April and October, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Pine Knoll Shores, in March, during 12.5 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Pine Knoll Shores, snow does not fall in March through December.

Does it snow in March?

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

How cold is the water in March?

In Pine Knoll Shores, the average seawater temperature in March is 63.1°F (17.3°C). For most, swimming in 63.1°F (17.3°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

How many hours of daylight does Pine Knoll Shores have in March?

In Pine Knoll Shores, 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 6:35 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?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Pine Knoll Shores, 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.4h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Pine Knoll Shores, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. 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
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average temperature in March - Pine Knoll Shores, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 59.9°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 (53.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (77.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average pressure in March - Pine Knoll Shores, 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
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average wind speed in March - Pine Knoll Shores, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average humidity in March - Pine Knoll Shores, 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 January, February, March, April and October (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average rainfall in March - Pine Knoll Shores, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

Average rainfall days in March
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Pine Knoll Shores, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average snowfall in March - Pine Knoll Shores, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Pine Knoll Shores, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 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
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average sea temperature in March - Pine Knoll Shores, 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
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Pine Knoll Shores, 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
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Pine Knoll Shores, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average UV index in March - Pine Knoll Shores, 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
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Pine Knoll Shores, 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
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average visibility in March - Pine Knoll Shores, 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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