March weather forecast
Drayton, SC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Drayton, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 42.8°F (6°C) and 61.5°F (16.4°C).

Temperature

In Drayton, the average high-temperature in March slightly rises, from a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) in February, to a comfortable 61.5°F (16.4°C). Drayton, in March, witnesses an average low-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C).

Humidity

In Drayton, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In Drayton, during March, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145.5 rainfall days, and 28.98" (736mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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, Drayton aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Drayton, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.4 days and aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Drayton, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
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.
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 7.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 4 in March transforms into this advice:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

In Drayton, 61.5°F (16.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 42.8°F (6°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Drayton, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March in Drayton?

In Drayton, during March, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in March, Drayton aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Drayton have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, 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 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 Drayton?

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 Drayton have in March?

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

How high is the UV index in March?

In Drayton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Drayton, SC

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°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 (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Drayton, SC

Average pressure in March - Drayton, 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
Drayton, SC

Average wind speed in March - Drayton, 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 (4.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Drayton, SC

Average humidity in March - Drayton, SC
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

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

Average rainfall in March
Drayton, SC

Average rainfall in March - Drayton, SC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in March
Drayton, SC

Average rainfall days in March - Drayton, SC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Drayton, SC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Drayton, SC

Average snowfall days in March - Drayton, SC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 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
Drayton, SC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Drayton, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Drayton, SC

Average sunshine days in March - Drayton, SC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Drayton, SC

Average UV index in March - Drayton, 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
Drayton, SC

Average cloud cover in March - Drayton, SC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Drayton, SC

Average visibility in March - Drayton, 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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