March weather forecast
Sylva, NC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Sylva, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 53.2°F (11.8°C) and min 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

Sylva's transition into March sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, edging from a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C) in February to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C). During March, Sylva's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Humidity

In Sylva, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Sylva, North Carolina, in March, it is raining for 16.5 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sylva, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.2 days and collects up to 40.39" (1026mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Sylva, North Carolina, in March, during 2.6 snowfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Sylva, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.7 days and aggregates up to 10.16" (258mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Sylva, North Carolina, is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:53 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 Sylva, North Carolina, is 6.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify 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 usual temperature for Sylva in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 53.2°F (11.8°C) and 36.3°F (2.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Sylva?

In March, the average relative humidity in Sylva is 80%.

How much does it rain in Sylva in March?

In Sylva, North Carolina, during March, the rain falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Sylva?

In March, in Sylva, it is snowing for 2.6 days. Throughout March, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

In Sylva, North Carolina, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Sylva?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Sylva, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:53 pm EDT.

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

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

In Sylva, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Sylva?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Sylva is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Sylva, NC

Average temperature in March - Sylva, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in March
Sylva, NC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Sylva, NC

Average wind speed in March - Sylva, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Sylva, NC

Average humidity in March - Sylva, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Sylva, NC

Average rainfall in March - Sylva, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.56").

Average rainfall days in March
Sylva, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Sylva, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sylva, NC

Average snowfall in March - Sylva, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sylva, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Sylva, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sylva, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sylva, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Sylva, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Sylva, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Sylva, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Sylva, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in March
Sylva, NC

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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