March weather forecast
Pittsboro, NC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a mild month in Pittsboro, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 59.5°F (15.3°C).

Temperature

March signifies a subtle uplift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) in February to a mild 59.5°F (15.3°C). Throughout March, the temperature in Pittsboro tends to fall to a consistent average low of 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Pittsboro is 74%.

Rainfall

In March, in Pittsboro, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout March, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Pittsboro, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.8 days and collects up to 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Pittsboro, North Carolina, are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1 snowfall days, in March, Pittsboro aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Pittsboro, there are 5.7 snowfall days, and 4.17" (106mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Pittsboro, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:37 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 Pittsboro, the average sunshine in March is 7.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Pittsboro is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Pittsboro?

The high-temperature, in March, in Pittsboro, is 59.5°F (15.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 41.5°F (5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Pittsboro?

In Pittsboro, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How much does it rain in Pittsboro in March?

In Pittsboro, in March, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Pittsboro?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Pittsboro, North Carolina. During 1 snowfall days, in March, Pittsboro aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Pittsboro?

In Pittsboro, North Carolina, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Pittsboro?

On the first day of March in Pittsboro, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:37 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Pittsboro is 7.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Pittsboro?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Pittsboro is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Pittsboro, NC

Average temperature in March - Pittsboro, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 59.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 41.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Pittsboro, NC

Average pressure in March - Pittsboro, 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
Pittsboro, NC

Average wind speed in March - Pittsboro, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Pittsboro, NC

Average humidity in March - Pittsboro, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

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

Average rainfall in March
Pittsboro, NC

Average rainfall in March - Pittsboro, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.97").

Average rainfall days in March
Pittsboro, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Pittsboro, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Pittsboro, NC

Average snowfall in March - Pittsboro, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Pittsboro, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.1 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
Pittsboro, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Pittsboro, 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 month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Pittsboro, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Pittsboro, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (11.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Pittsboro, NC

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Pittsboro, NC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Pittsboro, NC

Average visibility in March - Pittsboro, 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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