March weather forecast
Sunset Beach, NC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a refreshing month in Sunset Beach, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 49.1°F (9.5°C) and an average high of 62.2°F (16.8°C).

Temperature

Sunset Beach, North Carolina, experiences a subtle adjustment in high-temperatures to an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C) with the onset of March, maintaining near parity with February's 57.4°F (14.1°C). The nights of March anticipate an average low-temperature of 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sunset Beach, there are 176.7 rainfall days, and 39.21" (996mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Sunset Beach, snow does not fall in March through December.

Daylight

In Sunset Beach, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:34 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 7.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In March, in Sunset Beach, the average high-temperature is 62.2°F (16.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 49.1°F (9.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Sunset Beach, in March, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Sunset Beach, snow does not fall in March through December.

Does it snow in March?

In March, it doesn't snow. February is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Sunset Beach have in March?

The average day length in March is 12h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:34 pm EDT.

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

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 Sunset Beach have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.5h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Sunset Beach, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. 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
Sunset Beach, NC

Average temperature in March - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 62.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 49.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Sunset Beach, NC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Sunset Beach, NC

Average wind speed in March - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Sunset Beach, NC

Average humidity in March - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, August, September and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Sunset Beach, NC

Average rainfall in March - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.5").

Average rainfall days in March
Sunset Beach, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sunset Beach, NC

Average snowfall in March - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sunset Beach, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sunset Beach, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sunset Beach, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Sunset Beach, NC

Average UV index in March - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 5

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

Average cloud cover in March
Sunset Beach, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in March
Sunset Beach, NC

Average visibility in March - Sunset Beach, 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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