March weather forecast
Shannon, NC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Shannon, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 61.5°F (16.4°C).

Temperature

Shannon's transition into March sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, edging from a cool 55.2°F (12.9°C) in February to a comfortable 61.5°F (16.4°C). The month of March records an average low-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Shannon, during March, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 165.4 rainfall days, and 33.23" (844mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Shannon are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Shannon aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Shannon, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.3 days and aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:37 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 Shannon is 7.3h.

UV index

In Shannon, 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 the average person.
Note: During March, 4 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Shannon?

In March, in Shannon, the average high-temperature is 61.5°F (16.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Shannon?

The average relative humidity in March in Shannon is 74%.

How much does it rain in Shannon in March?

In March, in Shannon, North Carolina, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout March, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Shannon?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Shannon. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Shannon aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Shannon have in March?

In Shannon, North Carolina, the average day length in March is 12h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Shannon?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:37 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.3h.

How high is the UV index in March in Shannon?

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

Average temperature in March - Shannon, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 61.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 44.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Shannon, NC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Shannon, NC

Average wind speed in March - Shannon, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Shannon, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Shannon, NC

Average rainfall in March - Shannon, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.77").

Average rainfall days in March
Shannon, NC

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Shannon, NC

Average snowfall in March - Shannon, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Shannon, NC

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.9 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
Shannon, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Shannon, 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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Shannon, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Shannon, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Shannon, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Shannon, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Shannon, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Shannon, NC

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

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

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