Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
March's arrival brings a modest temperature shift, moving from a frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C) in February to a refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C). In March, the average low-temperature in Salem records at an icy 38.1°F (3.4°C) during the nights.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 17.8 days. Throughout March, 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Salem, during the entire year, the rain falls for 191.1 days and collects up to 45.59" (1158mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Salem are January through April, October through December. In Salem, during March, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow. In Salem, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.4 days and aggregates up to 22.99" (584mm) of snow.Daylight
In Salem, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:52 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 Salem, South Carolina, the average sunshine in March is 7.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Salem is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average March temperature in Salem?
What is the average humidity in March in Salem?
How much does it rain in Salem in March?
How many days does it snow in March in Salem?
How many hours of daylight does Salem have in March?
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Salem?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Salem?
How many hours of sunshine does Salem have in March?
How high is the UV index in March in Salem?
Average temperature in March
Salem, SC
- Average high temperature in March: 56.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 38.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Salem, 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
Salem, SC
- Average wind speed in March: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Salem, SC
- Average humidity in March: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (75%).
Average rainfall in March
Salem, SC
- Average rainfall in March: 3.86"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and December (4.96").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.44").
Average rainfall days in March
Salem, SC
- Average rainfall days in March: 17.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).
Average snowfall in March
Salem, SC
- Average snowfall in March: 1.89"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Salem, SC
- Average snowfall days in March: 3.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Salem, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Salem, SC
- Average sunshine days in March: 10.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.5 days).
Average UV index in March
Salem, SC
- Average UV index in March: 3
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Salem, SC
- Average cloud cover in March: 44
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Salem, SC
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are June, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October and December (5mi).
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