March weather forecast
Thelma, NC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Thelma, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between min 40.8°F (4.9°C) and max 57.9°F (14.4°C).

Temperature

March's arrival brings a modest temperature shift, moving from a fresh 51.8°F (11°C) in February to a moderate 57.9°F (14.4°C). Thelma cools down to an average low-temperature of 40.8°F (4.9°C) throughout the month of March.

Humidity

In Thelma, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Thelma, in March, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 156.2 rainfall days, and 27.6" (701mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Thelma aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 6.4 snowfall days, and 3.23" (82mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Thelma is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:32 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 Thelma, the average sunshine in March is 6.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during March translates into the following directions:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 57.9°F (14.4°C) and 40.8°F (4.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Thelma, in March, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Thelma, North Carolina. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Thelma aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March in Thelma is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Thelma?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:32 pm EDT.

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

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 Thelma have in March?

In Thelma, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Thelma, NC

Average temperature in March - Thelma, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 57.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Thelma, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Thelma, NC

Average wind speed in March - Thelma, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Thelma, NC

Average humidity in March - Thelma, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, April, July and November (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Thelma, NC

Average rainfall in March - Thelma, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
Thelma, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Thelma, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Thelma, NC

Average snowfall in March - Thelma, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Thelma, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Thelma, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Thelma, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Thelma, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Thelma, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Thelma, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Thelma, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Thelma, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Thelma, NC

Average visibility in March - Thelma, 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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