March weather forecast
Whitakers, NC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Whitakers, is a moderate month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 58.6°F (14.8°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

March introduces a marginal temperature uplift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from February's fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C) to a moderate 58.6°F (14.8°C). During March, Whitakers records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Humidity

January, March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout March, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Whitakers, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.1 days and collects up to 32.13" (816mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in March, Whitakers aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Whitakers, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.3 days and aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Whitakers, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 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.
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 Whitakers is 7.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In Whitakers, in March, the average high-temperature is 58.6°F (14.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity in Whitakers are January, March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout March, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in March, Whitakers aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Whitakers have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In Whitakers, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.1h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Whitakers, NC

Average temperature in March - Whitakers, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 58.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 41.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Whitakers, NC

Average pressure in March - Whitakers, 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
Whitakers, NC

Average wind speed in March - Whitakers, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Whitakers, NC

Average humidity in March - Whitakers, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Whitakers, NC

Average rainfall in March - Whitakers, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.97").

Average rainfall days in March
Whitakers, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Whitakers, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Whitakers, NC

Average snowfall in March - Whitakers, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Whitakers, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Whitakers, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Whitakers, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Whitakers, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Whitakers, 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 July (9.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Whitakers, NC

Average UV index in March - Whitakers, 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
Whitakers, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Whitakers, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Whitakers, NC

Average visibility in March - Whitakers, 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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