March weather forecast
Plymouth, NC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a moderate month in Plymouth, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 42.1°F (5.6°C) and max 59.2°F (15.1°C).

Temperature

The start of March is characterized by a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in February to a moderate 59.2°F (15.1°C). Plymouth experiences a consistent average temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C) throughout the nights in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout March, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Plymouth, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165 days and collects up to 28.74" (730mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Plymouth are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Plymouth aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Plymouth, during the entire year, snow falls for 4 days and aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Plymouth, North Carolina, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:28 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 7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in March leads to these guidelines:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Plymouth in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Plymouth, is 59.2°F (15.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 42.1°F (5.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Plymouth, North Carolina, during March, the rain falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Plymouth aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:28 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 Plymouth have in March?

In Plymouth, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in March is 7h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Plymouth, NC

Average temperature in March - Plymouth, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 59.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 42.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Plymouth, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Plymouth, NC

Average wind speed in March - Plymouth, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Plymouth, NC

Average humidity in March - Plymouth, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and April (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Plymouth, NC

Average rainfall in March - Plymouth, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").

Average rainfall days in March
Plymouth, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Plymouth, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Plymouth, NC

Average snowfall in March - Plymouth, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Plymouth, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Plymouth, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.7 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
Plymouth, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Plymouth, 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 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Plymouth, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Plymouth, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Plymouth, NC

Average UV index in March - Plymouth, 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
Plymouth, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Plymouth, NC

Average visibility in March - Plymouth, NC
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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