March weather forecast
Clifton, SC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Clifton, is a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and an average high of 61.5°F (16.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, the average high-temperature subtly transitions from a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C) in February to an enjoyable 61.5°F (16.4°C). Clifton observes an average low-temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C) during March nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Clifton, in March, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Clifton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.9 days and collects up to 28.54" (725mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Clifton. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Clifton aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Clifton, South Carolina, there are 3.5 snowfall days, and 4.21" (107mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Clifton is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Clifton, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:48 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

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Clifton?

In March, in Clifton, the average high-temperature is 61.5°F (16.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 43.2°F (6.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Clifton?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Clifton?

In March, in Clifton, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout March, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Clifton?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Clifton. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Clifton aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Clifton?

In March, the average day length in Clifton, South Carolina, is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Clifton?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:48 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Clifton, South Carolina, is 7.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Clifton?

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

Average temperature in March - Clifton, SC
  • Average high temperature in March: 61.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 43.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Clifton, SC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Clifton, SC

Average wind speed in March - Clifton, SC
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Clifton, SC

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Clifton, SC

Average rainfall in March - Clifton, SC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in March
Clifton, SC

Average rainfall days in March - Clifton, SC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Clifton, SC

Average snowfall in March - Clifton, SC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Clifton, SC

Average snowfall days in March - Clifton, SC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 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
Clifton, SC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Clifton, SC
  • 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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 1min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Clifton, SC

Average sunshine days in March - Clifton, SC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Clifton, SC

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Clifton, SC

Average cloud cover in March - Clifton, SC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Clifton, SC

Average visibility in March - Clifton, 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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