March weather forecast
Valle Crucis, NC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Valle Crucis, is a fresh month, with an average temperature ranging between max 52.3°F (11.3°C) and min 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

Valle Crucis observes a slight ascent in average high-temperatures during March, adjusting from a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C) in February to a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C). Throughout the month of March, Valle Crucis witnesses an average temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Valle Crucis, during March, the rain falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. In Valle Crucis, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.6 days and collects up to 34.88" (886mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Valle Crucis, North Carolina, in March, snow falls for 5.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.43" (87mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.8 snowfall days, and 28.19" (716mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:48 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 is 7.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 52.3°F (11.3°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Valle Crucis, during March, the rain falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Valle Crucis, in March, during 5.8 snowfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:48 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 Valle Crucis have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Valle Crucis, NC

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Valle Crucis, NC

Average pressure in March - Valle Crucis, 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
Valle Crucis, NC

Average wind speed in March - Valle Crucis, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Valle Crucis, NC

Average humidity in March - Valle Crucis, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, September and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Valle Crucis, NC

Average rainfall in March - Valle Crucis, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
Valle Crucis, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Valle Crucis, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Valle Crucis, NC

Average snowfall in March - Valle Crucis, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Valle Crucis, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Valle Crucis, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Valle Crucis, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Valle Crucis, 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: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Valle Crucis, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Valle Crucis, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and May (9.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Valle Crucis, NC

Average UV index in March - Valle Crucis, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Valle Crucis, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Valle Crucis, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Valle Crucis, NC

Average visibility in March - Valle Crucis, NC
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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