March weather forecast
Scranton, NC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a mild month in Scranton, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 42.6°F (5.9°C) and max 59.7°F (15.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Scranton experiences a subtle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C) in February to a mild 59.7°F (15.4°C). During March, Scranton experiences an average low-temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C) at night.

Humidity

In Scranton, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Scranton, in March, during 14.3 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.2 rainfall days, and 36.81" (935mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Scranton are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Scranton. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Scranton aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Scranton, there are 3.3 snowfall days, and 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Scranton, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Scranton, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:26 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 Scranton, the average sunshine in March is 6.9h.

UV index

In Scranton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Scranton in March?

In Scranton, 59.7°F (15.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 42.6°F (5.9°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Scranton?

In Scranton, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Scranton?

In Scranton, North Carolina, in March, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Scranton?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Scranton aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Scranton have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Scranton?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:26 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Scranton, 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 Scranton?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.9h.

How high is the UV index in March in Scranton?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Scranton, North Carolina, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Scranton, NC

Average temperature in March - Scranton, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 59.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 42.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Scranton, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Scranton, NC

Average wind speed in March - Scranton, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Scranton, NC

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Scranton, NC

Average rainfall in March - Scranton, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

Average rainfall days in March
Scranton, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Scranton, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Scranton, NC

Average snowfall in March - Scranton, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Scranton, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Scranton, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 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
Scranton, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Scranton, 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: 6h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Scranton, NC

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

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Scranton, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Scranton, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Scranton, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Scranton, NC

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

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

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