March weather forecast
West Marion, NC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in West Marion, is a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 55.9°F (13.3°C) and an average low of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

March signifies a subtle uplift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) in February to a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C). West Marion witnesses an average low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) throughout the month of March.

Humidity

In West Marion, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, in West Marion, the rain falls for 15.7 days. Throughout March, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In West Marion, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.4 days and collects up to 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In March, in West Marion, North Carolina, it is snowing for 2.2 days. Throughout March, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in West Marion, North Carolina, there are 12.2 snowfall days, and 8.35" (212mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:49 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 in West Marion is 7.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in West Marion, North Carolina, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in West Marion?

In West Marion, 55.9°F (13.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 37.9°F (3.3°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in West Marion?

In March, the average relative humidity in West Marion, North Carolina, is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March in West Marion?

In West Marion, in March, it is raining for 15.7 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in West Marion?

In West Marion, North Carolina, in March, during 2.2 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in West Marion?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in West Marion?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in West Marion, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:49 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in West Marion, North Carolina, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in West Marion?

The average sunshine duration in March in West Marion is 7.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March in West Marion?

In West Marion, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
West Marion, NC

Average temperature in March - West Marion, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in March
West Marion, NC

Average pressure in March - West Marion, NC
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"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
West Marion, NC

Average wind speed in March - West Marion, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in March
West Marion, NC

Average humidity in March - West Marion, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and November (73%).

Average rainfall in March
West Marion, NC

Average rainfall in March - West Marion, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1.93").

Average rainfall days in March
West Marion, NC

Average rainfall days in March - West Marion, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
West Marion, NC

Average snowfall in March - West Marion, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
West Marion, NC

Average snowfall days in March - West Marion, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
West Marion, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - West Marion, 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: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
West Marion, NC

Average sunshine days in March - West Marion, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in March
West Marion, NC

Average UV index in March - West Marion, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
West Marion, NC

Average cloud cover in March - West Marion, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
West Marion, NC

Average visibility in March - West Marion, NC
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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