March weather forecast
Pawleys Island, SC

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Weather in March

Advancing further into the year, the weather in Pawleys Island begins to grow slightly warmer in March with high temperatures rising to 62.2°F (16.8°C) and minimums going no lower than 50.5°F (10.3°C). An increase in precipitation is observed as the month sees rainfall on almost 13 days. The daylight hours elongate to 12 hours, indicating the arrival of the equinox. Along with improved daylight, longer bursts of sunlight can be enjoyed for about 7.5 hours per day. Despite increase in daylight, the island remains windy with wind speeds wavering around 10.1mph (16.3km/h).

Temperature

Pawleys Island signifies an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 62.2°F (16.8°C) in March, closely mirroring the 57.6°F (14.2°C) of February. An average nighttime temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C) is witnessed in Pawleys Island throughout March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout March, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 175.1 rainfall days, and 42.4" (1077mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Pawleys Island, snow does not fall in March through December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:13 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:36 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

The average sunshine in March is 7.5h.

UV index

In Pawleys Island, South Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during March translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In Pawleys Island, 62.2°F (16.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 50.5°F (10.3°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Pawleys Island, during March, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Pawleys Island, snow does not fall in March through December.

Does it snow in March?

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

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:13 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:36 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 Pawleys Island have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Pawleys Island, SC

Average temperature in March - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average high temperature in March: 62.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Pawleys Island, SC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Pawleys Island, SC

Average wind speed in March - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Pawleys Island, SC

Average humidity in March - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, August and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Pawleys Island, SC

Average rainfall in March - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in March
Pawleys Island, SC

Average rainfall days in March - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Pawleys Island, SC

Average snowfall in March - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Pawleys Island, SC

Average snowfall days in March - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 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
Pawleys Island, SC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 3min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Pawleys Island, SC

Average sunshine days in March - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6 days).

Average UV index in March
Pawleys Island, SC

Average UV index in March - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average UV index in March: 5

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

Average cloud cover in March
Pawleys Island, SC

Average cloud cover in March - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Pawleys Island, SC

Average visibility in March - Pawleys Island, 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).

Pawleys Island, South Carolina, USA

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