March weather forecast
Elizabethton, TN

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A small waterfall draining into a calm pool below, in the iconic Blue Hole Waterfalls in Elizabethton, Tennessee, within the Cherokee National Park
A small waterfall draining into a calm pool below, in the iconic Blue Hole Waterfalls in Elizabethton, Tennessee, within the Cherokee National Park

Weather in March

March sees a noticeable shift in Elizabethton's weather as winter starts receding and spring promises its arrival. This change is apparent from a rise in the average daytime temperature, 53.8°F (12.1°C), marking a slightly warmer month for the residents. It also emerges as one of the city's higher rainfall months. The lengthening of the day also increases the sunlight received, which in turn boosts the UV index to 3. Inhabitants start shedding their heavy layers as the sun begins to shine with a bit more intensity.

Temperature

As Elizabethton transitions into March, the average high-temperature is observed to slightly rise from a chilly 46°F (7.8°C) in February to a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C). During the March nights, an average temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C) is observed.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Elizabethton is 78%.

Rainfall

In Elizabethton, during March, the rain falls for 16.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 187.5 rainfall days, and 31.73" (806mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout March, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 30.3 snowfall days, and 12.95" (329mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:15 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

The average sunshine in March is 7h.

UV index

In Elizabethton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Elizabethton in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Elizabethton, records 53.8°F (12.1°C), while the low-temperature is 35.8°F (2.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Elizabethton, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Elizabethton, in March, during 16.9 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Elizabethton in March?

In Elizabethton, Tennessee, during March, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Elizabethton, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 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 many hours of sunshine does Elizabethton have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Elizabethton is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Elizabethton, TN

Average temperature in March - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.8°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 (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Elizabethton, TN

Average pressure in March - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average pressure in March: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Elizabethton, TN

Average wind speed in March - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Elizabethton, TN

Average humidity in March - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Elizabethton, TN

Average rainfall in March - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in March
Elizabethton, TN

Average rainfall days in March - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (11.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Elizabethton, TN

Average snowfall in March - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Elizabethton, TN

Average snowfall days in March - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Elizabethton, TN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Elizabethton, TN

Average sunshine days in March - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Elizabethton, TN

Average UV index in March - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Elizabethton, TN

Average cloud cover in March - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Elizabethton, TN

Average visibility in March - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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