March weather forecast
Staunton Heights, SC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a refreshing month in Staunton Heights, South Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.3°F (5.7°C) and 60.6°F (15.9°C).

Temperature

The beginning of March marks a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's fresh 53.6°F (12°C) to a moderate 60.6°F (15.9°C). During March, the average low-temperature is a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Staunton Heights, during March, the rain falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 144.9 rainfall days, and 29.88" (759mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Staunton Heights aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Staunton Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.4 days and aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Staunton Heights, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:50 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 Staunton Heights, the average sunshine in March is 7.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Staunton Heights in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Staunton Heights, is 60.6°F (15.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 42.3°F (5.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Staunton Heights?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout March, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Staunton Heights aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:50 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in March
Staunton Heights, SC

Average temperature in March - Staunton Heights, SC
  • Average high temperature in March: 60.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 42.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Staunton Heights, SC

Average pressure in March - Staunton Heights, 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
Staunton Heights, SC

Average wind speed in March - Staunton Heights, SC
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Staunton Heights, SC

Average humidity in March - Staunton Heights, 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 (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Staunton Heights, SC

Average rainfall in March - Staunton Heights, SC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in March
Staunton Heights, SC

Average rainfall days in March - Staunton Heights, SC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Staunton Heights, SC

Average snowfall in March - Staunton Heights, SC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Staunton Heights, SC

Average snowfall days in March - Staunton Heights, SC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.4 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 and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Staunton Heights, SC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Staunton Heights, 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: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Staunton Heights, SC

Average sunshine days in March - Staunton Heights, SC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Staunton Heights, SC

Average UV index in March - Staunton Heights, 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
Staunton Heights, SC

Average cloud cover in March - Staunton Heights, SC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 40

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

Average visibility in March
Staunton Heights, SC

Average visibility in March - Staunton Heights, 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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