March weather forecast
Poplar Branch, NC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Poplar Branch, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 53.4°F (11.9°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Temperature

With the start of March, Poplar Branch measures an average high-temperature of a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C), not significantly differing from February's 49.8°F (9.9°C). Poplar Branch's nocturnal March readings average at a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C), showing little variation from the daytime temperatures.

Humidity

In Poplar Branch, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Poplar Branch, in March, during 16.1 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 173.9 rainfall days, and 37.24" (946mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Poplar Branch aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3.7 snowfall days, and 0.59" (15mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:25 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 Poplar Branch, the average sunshine in March is 7h.

UV index

In Poplar Branch, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during March translates into the following directions:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 53.4°F (11.9°C) and a low-temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Poplar Branch, in March, it is raining for 16.1 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

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

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:25 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 Poplar Branch have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Poplar Branch, NC

Average temperature in March - Poplar Branch, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 45.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Poplar Branch, NC

Average pressure in March - Poplar Branch, NC
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Poplar Branch, NC

Average wind speed in March - Poplar Branch, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 14mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (14mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Poplar Branch, NC

Average humidity in March - Poplar Branch, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Poplar Branch, NC

Average rainfall in March - Poplar Branch, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.24").

Average rainfall days in March
Poplar Branch, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Poplar Branch, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Poplar Branch, NC

Average snowfall in March - Poplar Branch, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Poplar Branch, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Poplar Branch, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.4 days

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

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Poplar Branch, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Poplar Branch, 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 June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Poplar Branch, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Poplar Branch, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Poplar Branch, NC

Average UV index in March - Poplar Branch, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Poplar Branch, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Poplar Branch, 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 25).

Average visibility in March
Poplar Branch, NC

Average visibility in March - Poplar Branch, 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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