March weather forecast
Ridgecrest, NC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Ridgecrest, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55.2°F (12.9°C) and 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Temperature

Observing a minor shift, the average high-temperature during March adjusts from February's frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C) to a fresh 55.2°F (12.9°C). During the month of March, an average temperature of 37.2°F (2.9°C) is noted during the nights in Ridgecrest.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Ridgecrest, in March, during 14.1 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156.4 rainfall days, and 27.8" (706mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ridgecrest are January through April, November and December. In Ridgecrest, in March, snow falls for 1.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.1" (28mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12.2 snowfall days, and 11.42" (290mm) 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 6:57 am and sunset at 6:24 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Ridgecrest, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:50 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 in Ridgecrest is 7.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Ridgecrest is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March translates into the following guidance:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Ridgecrest in March?

In Ridgecrest, in March, the average high-temperature is 55.2°F (12.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 37.2°F (2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Ridgecrest?

The average relative humidity in March in Ridgecrest is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Ridgecrest?

In Ridgecrest, in March, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Ridgecrest?

In Ridgecrest, during March, snow falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ridgecrest have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Ridgecrest?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:24 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:50 pm EDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March in Ridgecrest?

In Ridgecrest, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Ridgecrest?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Ridgecrest, North Carolina, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Ridgecrest, NC

Average temperature in March - Ridgecrest, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Ridgecrest, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Ridgecrest, NC

Average wind speed in March - Ridgecrest, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Ridgecrest, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Ridgecrest, NC

Average rainfall in March - Ridgecrest, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.05"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in March
Ridgecrest, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Ridgecrest, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ridgecrest, NC

Average snowfall in March - Ridgecrest, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ridgecrest, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Ridgecrest, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ridgecrest, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ridgecrest, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Ridgecrest, 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 (10.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Ridgecrest, NC

Average UV index in March - Ridgecrest, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Ridgecrest, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Ridgecrest, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Ridgecrest, NC

Average visibility in March - Ridgecrest, NC
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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