March weather forecast
Pinehurst, NC

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Weather in March

Pinehurst weather undergoes a considerable transformation in March, shedding its wintry cloak and embracing the onset of spring. Transitioning from February's icy grip, temperatures warm up significantly, hitting peaks around 60.6°F (15.9°C). Despite the quicksilver weather conditions, March provides a window into Pinehurst’s dazzling spring blossom — an explosion of colors that splashes across landscapes, gardens, parks, and wooded areas. As the month flows, spring fully takes over, replacing snow with mild, infrequent rainfall.

Temperature

March marks a minor ascent in the average high-temperature, adjusting from February's fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) to a moderate 60.6°F (15.9°C). March sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 42.8°F (6°C).

Humidity

In Pinehurst, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In Pinehurst, North Carolina, in March, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Pinehurst, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.2 days and collects up to 31.06" (789mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1 snowfall days, in March, Pinehurst aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Pinehurst, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.3 days and aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Pinehurst is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:13 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:38 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 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during March translates into these guidelines:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 60.6°F (15.9°C) and a low-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 73%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Pinehurst, during March, the rain falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1 snowfall days, in March, Pinehurst aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Pinehurst have 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 6:46 am and sunset at 6:13 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:38 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 Pinehurst have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Pinehurst is 4. 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
Pinehurst, NC

Average temperature in March - Pinehurst, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 60.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 42.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Pinehurst, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Pinehurst, NC

Average wind speed in March - Pinehurst, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Pinehurst, NC

Average humidity in March - Pinehurst, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Pinehurst, NC

Average rainfall in March - Pinehurst, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in March
Pinehurst, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Pinehurst, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Pinehurst, NC

Average snowfall in March - Pinehurst, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Pinehurst, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Pinehurst, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Pinehurst, 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: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Pinehurst, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Pinehurst, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

Average UV index in March
Pinehurst, NC

Average UV index in March - Pinehurst, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Pinehurst, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Pinehurst, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Pinehurst, NC

Average visibility in March - Pinehurst, 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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