March weather forecast
Sandy Ridge, NC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a refreshing month in Sandy Ridge, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 56.5°F (13.6°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

As Sandy Ridge transitions into March, a marginal rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C) in February to a mild 56.5°F (13.6°C). Sandy Ridge records a consistent low-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C) during March nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sandy Ridge, North Carolina, in March, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sandy Ridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.5 days and collects up to 23.58" (599mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.3 snowfall days, in March, Sandy Ridge aggregates 1.5" (38mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 7.7 snowfall days, and 8.31" (211mm) 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 6:49 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Sandy Ridge, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:42 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 Sandy Ridge is 7.2h.

UV index

In Sandy Ridge, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

Sandy Ridge in March has an average high-temperature of 56.5°F (13.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Sandy Ridge, in March, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Sandy Ridge?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.3 snowfall days, in March, Sandy Ridge aggregates 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sandy Ridge have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:42 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 Sandy Ridge have in March?

In Sandy Ridge, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average temperature in March - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 56.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average pressure in March - Sandy Ridge, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average wind speed in March - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average humidity in March - Sandy Ridge, 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
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average rainfall in March - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in March
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average snowfall in March - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.6 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
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sandy Ridge, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and August (14.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average UV index in March - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average visibility in March - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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