March weather forecast
Plum Branch, SC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Plum Branch, is a comfortable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and an average high of 64.2°F (17.9°C).

Temperature

March's arrival brings a slight change in high-temperatures, adjusting from a refreshing 56.8°F (13.8°C) in February to a comfortable 64.2°F (17.9°C). During the nights in March, the temperature averages to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Plum Branch, during March, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. In Plum Branch, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.3 days and collects up to 29.21" (742mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Plum Branch aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.2 snowfall days, and 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Plum Branch, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:49 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 7.4h.

UV index

In Plum Branch, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 during March leads to these advisories:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 64.2°F (17.9°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In Plum Branch, in March, during 13.4 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Plum Branch?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Plum Branch aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Plum Branch have in March?

In Plum Branch, 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 6:56 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:49 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Plum Branch, 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 Plum Branch have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Plum Branch, SC

Average temperature in March - Plum Branch, SC
  • Average high temperature in March: 64.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Plum Branch, SC

Average pressure in March - Plum Branch, 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
Plum Branch, SC

Average wind speed in March - Plum Branch, SC
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Plum Branch, SC

Average humidity in March - Plum Branch, SC
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

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

Average rainfall in March
Plum Branch, SC

Average rainfall in March - Plum Branch, SC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in March
Plum Branch, SC

Average rainfall days in March - Plum Branch, SC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Plum Branch, SC

Average snowfall in March - Plum Branch, SC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Plum Branch, SC

Average snowfall days in March - Plum Branch, SC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.4 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
Plum Branch, SC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Plum Branch, 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 2min

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
Plum Branch, SC

Average sunshine days in March - Plum Branch, SC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Plum Branch, SC

Average UV index in March - Plum Branch, SC
  • Average UV index in March: 4

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

Average cloud cover in March
Plum Branch, SC

Average cloud cover in March - Plum Branch, SC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Plum Branch, SC

Average visibility in March - Plum Branch, 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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