March weather forecast
Saxapahaw, NC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Saxapahaw, is a mild month, with an average temperature ranging between min 40.5°F (4.7°C) and max 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of March introduces a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, nudging from a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) in February to a moderate 58.6°F (14.8°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 40.5°F (4.7°C) during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Saxapahaw, in March, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Saxapahaw, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.6 days and collects up to 31.85" (809mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.9 snowfall days, in March, Saxapahaw aggregates 0.71" (18mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 6.9 snowfall days, and 6.46" (164mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:38 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 7h.

UV index

In Saxapahaw, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

In Saxapahaw, 58.6°F (14.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 40.5°F (4.7°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Saxapahaw, North Carolina, in March, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Saxapahaw. During 0.9 snowfall days, in March, Saxapahaw aggregates 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

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?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:38 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 long on average sun shines in March in Saxapahaw?

In Saxapahaw, the average sunshine duration in March is 7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Saxapahaw, NC

Average temperature in March - Saxapahaw, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 58.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Saxapahaw, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Saxapahaw, NC

Average wind speed in March - Saxapahaw, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Saxapahaw, NC

Average humidity in March - Saxapahaw, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Saxapahaw, NC

Average rainfall in March - Saxapahaw, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.89").

Average rainfall days in March
Saxapahaw, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Saxapahaw, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Saxapahaw, NC

Average snowfall in March - Saxapahaw, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Saxapahaw, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Saxapahaw, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.9 days

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Saxapahaw, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Saxapahaw, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Saxapahaw, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Saxapahaw, NC

Average UV index in March - Saxapahaw, 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, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Saxapahaw, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Saxapahaw, NC

Average visibility in March - Saxapahaw, 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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