March weather forecast
Westminster, SC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Westminster, is a mild month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 60.6°F (15.9°C) and 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in February to a moderate 60.6°F (15.9°C). During March, Westminster consistently records a temperature low averaging a wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Westminster, in March, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Westminster, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.5 days and collects up to 33.5" (851mm) 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, Westminster aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 2.9 snowfall days, and 4.45" (113mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Westminster, 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 7:19 am and sunset at 7:53 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 in Westminster, South Carolina, is 7.3h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The high-temperature, in March, in Westminster, records 60.6°F (15.9°C), while the low-temperature is 42.1°F (5.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout March, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Westminster aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Westminster have in March?

In Westminster, South Carolina, 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 7:00 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:53 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 Westminster, South Carolina, 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 Westminster, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.3h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Westminster, SC

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 42.1°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
Westminster, SC

Average pressure in March - Westminster, 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
Westminster, SC

Average wind speed in March - Westminster, SC
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in March
Westminster, SC

Average humidity in March - Westminster, SC
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Westminster, SC

Average rainfall in March - Westminster, SC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in March
Westminster, SC

Average rainfall days in March - Westminster, SC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Westminster, SC

Average snowfall in March - Westminster, SC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Westminster, SC

Average snowfall days in March - Westminster, SC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 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
Westminster, SC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Westminster, 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: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Westminster, SC

Average sunshine days in March - Westminster, SC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Westminster, SC

Average UV index in March - Westminster, 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
Westminster, SC

Average cloud cover in March - Westminster, SC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 40

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
Westminster, SC

Average visibility in March - Westminster, SC
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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