March weather forecast
Sparta, NC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Sparta, is a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 52.3°F (11.3°C) and 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Temperature

As Sparta, North Carolina, enters March, the average high-temperature marginally increases from the a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C) of February to a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C). Sparta's temperature drops to an average low of 34.9°F (1.6°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Sparta, in March, during 13.3 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 163.8 rainfall days, and 36.34" (923mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, in Sparta, it is snowing for 4.7 days. Throughout March, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 26.6 snowfall days, and 22.64" (575mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Sparta is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Sparta, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:46 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 Sparta, the average sunshine in March is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Sparta is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in March translates into this advice:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sparta in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Sparta, is 52.3°F (11.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 34.9°F (1.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Sparta?

In March, the average relative humidity in Sparta is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Sparta?

In Sparta, during March, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Sparta in March?

In Sparta, North Carolina, in March, snow falls for 4.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Sparta?

The average day length in March in Sparta, North Carolina, is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Sparta?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Sparta, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:46 pm EDT.

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

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 Sparta have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Sparta?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Sparta, North Carolina, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Sparta, NC

Average temperature in March - Sparta, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Sparta, NC

Average pressure in March - Sparta, NC
  • Average pressure in March: 30.1"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
Sparta, NC

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Sparta, NC

Average humidity in March - Sparta, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, June, July and November (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Sparta, NC

Average rainfall in March - Sparta, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.32").

Average rainfall days in March
Sparta, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Sparta, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sparta, NC

Average snowfall in March - Sparta, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sparta, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Sparta, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sparta, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sparta, 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: 6h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sparta, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Sparta, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Sparta, NC

Average UV index in March - Sparta, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Sparta, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Sparta, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Sparta, NC

Average visibility in March - Sparta, NC
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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