March weather forecast
Alcolu, SC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Alcolu, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.4°F (8°C) and 64.8°F (18.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of March brings a minor temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from 58.1°F (14.5°C) in February to a still refreshing 64.8°F (18.2°C). In March, the temperature drops to an average of 46.4°F (8°C) at night.

Humidity

In Alcolu, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Alcolu, South Carolina, in March, during 12.8 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Alcolu, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.1 days and collects up to 30.28" (769mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:41 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 7.6h.

UV index

In Alcolu, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 4 leads to the following instructions:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In Alcolu, in March, the average high-temperature is 64.8°F (18.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 46.4°F (8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Alcolu, in March, during 12.8 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Alcolu, snow does not fall in March through November.

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 Alcolu have in March?

The average day length in March is 12h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:41 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 Alcolu have in March?

In Alcolu, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Alcolu, SC

Average temperature in March - Alcolu, SC
  • Average high temperature in March: 64.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 46.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Alcolu, SC

Average pressure in March - Alcolu, SC
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Alcolu, SC

Average wind speed in March - Alcolu, SC
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Alcolu, SC

Average humidity in March - Alcolu, SC
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Alcolu, SC

Average rainfall in March - Alcolu, SC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.09"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are August and December (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.65").

Average rainfall days in March
Alcolu, SC

Average rainfall days in March - Alcolu, SC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Alcolu, SC

Average snowfall in March - Alcolu, SC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Alcolu, SC

Average snowfall days in March - Alcolu, SC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

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

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Alcolu, SC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Alcolu, SC
  • 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: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Alcolu, SC

Average sunshine days in March - Alcolu, SC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Alcolu, SC

Average UV index in March - Alcolu, SC
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Alcolu, SC

Average cloud cover in March - Alcolu, SC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Alcolu, SC

Average visibility in March - Alcolu, SC
  • 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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