March weather forecast
Rutherford College, NC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a mild month in Rutherford College, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 38.8°F (3.8°C) and 56.7°F (13.7°C).

Temperature

March's onset witnesses a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C) in February to a mild 56.7°F (13.7°C). In Rutherford College, the average temperature during the nights of March drops to a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Rutherford College, in March, during 15.3 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rutherford College, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.6 days and collects up to 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 1.4 days. Throughout March, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated. In Rutherford College, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.1 days and aggregates up to 7.2" (183mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:47 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 7.3h.

UV index

In Rutherford College, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Rutherford College in March?

In Rutherford College, in March, the average high-temperature is 56.7°F (13.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in Rutherford College in March?

In March, in Rutherford College, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout March, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Rutherford College, in March, during 1.4 snowfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:47 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 Rutherford College have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Rutherford College is 7.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Rutherford College, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Rutherford College, NC

Average temperature in March - Rutherford College, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 56.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Rutherford College, NC

Average pressure in March - Rutherford College, 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
Rutherford College, NC

Average wind speed in March - Rutherford College, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Rutherford College, NC

Average humidity in March - Rutherford College, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

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

Average rainfall in March
Rutherford College, NC

Average rainfall in March - Rutherford College, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in March
Rutherford College, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Rutherford College, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rutherford College, NC

Average snowfall in March - Rutherford College, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Rutherford College, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Rutherford College, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Rutherford College, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rutherford College, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rutherford College, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Rutherford College, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Rutherford College, NC

Average UV index in March - Rutherford College, 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
Rutherford College, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Rutherford College, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Rutherford College, NC

Average visibility in March - Rutherford College, NC
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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