March weather forecast
Whiteville, NC

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Weather in March

March ushers in the spring season in Whiteville, and with it comes moderate weather changes. As temperatures continue to rise, the wintry conditions begin to dissipate and are replaced by gradually warmer temperatures. The lengthening daylight hours up to 12 hours combined with an increased relative humidity of 75% makes this month feel relatively more humid as compared to the two preceding months. Visitors and residents alike can expect increased rainfall levels, noticeably higher than February, and temperatures ranging from a mild 45.3°F (7.4°C) to a warmer 62.2°F (16.8°C). Despite the increased rainfall, March offers an additional hour of sunshine and increased visibility, enthralling locals with the bloom of spring, and setting a trend for the coming months.

Temperature

As March sets, the average high-temperature shows a slight increase, moving up from a moderate 56.3°F (13.5°C) in February to a still refreshing 62.2°F (16.8°C). An average minimum temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C) marks the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Whiteville, in March, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Whiteville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.1 days and collects up to 25.75" (654mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Whiteville is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:35 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 is 7.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 4 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Whiteville, is 62.2°F (16.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 45.3°F (7.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Whiteville, in March, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

March through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in March?

In March, it doesn't snow. February is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Whiteville have in March?

In Whiteville, North Carolina, the average day length in March is 12h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:35 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Whiteville, NC

Average temperature in March - Whiteville, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 62.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 45.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Whiteville, NC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Whiteville, NC

Average wind speed in March - Whiteville, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Whiteville, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Whiteville, NC

Average rainfall in March - Whiteville, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in March
Whiteville, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Whiteville, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Whiteville, NC

Average snowfall in March - Whiteville, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Whiteville, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Whiteville, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Whiteville, NC
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Whiteville, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Whiteville, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Whiteville, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Whiteville, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Whiteville, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Whiteville, NC

Average visibility in March - Whiteville, 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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