March weather forecast
Central, SC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a comfortable month in Central, South Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 61.3°F (16.3°C) and 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

March comes with a subtle rise, with the average high-temperature adjusting from a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) in February to an enjoyable 61.3°F (16.3°C). During March, the average low-temperature is recorded at a frosty 42.8°F (6°C).

Humidity

In Central, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, in Central, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 140.2 rainfall days, and 16.61" (422mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in March, Central aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Central, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.3 days and aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:51 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 Central, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In March, in Central, the average high-temperature is 61.3°F (16.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 42.8°F (6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Central, in March, during 13.3 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in March, Central aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Central have in March?

In March, the average day length is 12h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:51 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 7.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Central, SC
  • Average high temperature in March: 61.3°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 (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 42.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Central, SC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Central, SC

Average wind speed in March - Central, SC
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Central, SC

Average humidity in March - Central, SC
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Central, SC

Average rainfall in March - Central, SC
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in March
Central, SC

Average rainfall days in March - Central, SC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Central, SC

Average snowfall in March - Central, SC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Central, SC

Average snowfall days in March - Central, SC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Central, 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: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Central, SC

Average sunshine days in March - Central, SC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Central, SC

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Central, SC

Average cloud cover in March - Central, SC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Central, SC

Average visibility in March - Central, 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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