March weather forecast
Ruth, NC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a mild month in Ruth, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 59°F (15°C).

Temperature

The start of March is characterized by a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 52°F (11.1°C) in February to a mild 59°F (15°C). Ruth encounters a steady low-temperature average of 40.3°F (4.6°C) throughout the month of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout March, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ruth, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.8 days and collects up to 29.09" (739mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in March, Ruth aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Ruth, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.2 days and aggregates up to 6.34" (161mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:48 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

The average sunshine in March in Ruth, North Carolina, is 7.3h.

UV index

In Ruth, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Ruth, is 59°F (15°C), while the average low-temperature is 40.3°F (4.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In Ruth, North Carolina, in March, during 14.2 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in March, Ruth aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Ruth?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:48 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 Ruth have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Ruth, NC

Average temperature in March - Ruth, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 59°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Ruth, NC

Average pressure in March - Ruth, 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
Ruth, NC

Average wind speed in March - Ruth, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Ruth, NC

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Ruth, NC

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in March
Ruth, NC

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ruth, NC

Average snowfall in March - Ruth, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ruth, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Ruth, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.9 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
Ruth, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ruth, 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: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ruth, NC

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Ruth, NC

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Ruth, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Ruth, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Ruth, NC

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

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

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