March weather forecast
Morganton, TN

Share

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Morganton, is a mild month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 58.3°F (14.6°C).

Temperature

March's arrival coincides with a subtle temperature rise, moving from February's cool 50°F (10°C) to a mild 58.3°F (14.6°C). Morganton witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C) throughout March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Morganton, in March, during 16.6 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Morganton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.1 days and collects up to 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Morganton, in March, during 2 snowfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 15 snowfall days, and 2.52" (64mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Morganton, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:32 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 7:58 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 Morganton, the average sunshine in March is 6.7h.

UV index

In Morganton, Tennessee, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Morganton in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Morganton, is 58.3°F (14.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 40.3°F (4.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Morganton, in March, it is raining for 16.6 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 2 days. Throughout March, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Morganton have in March?

In Morganton, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Morganton?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:32 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Morganton, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 7:58 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 Morganton have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Morganton, TN

Average temperature in March - Morganton, TN
  • Average high temperature in March: 58.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).

Average pressure in March
Morganton, TN

Average pressure in March - Morganton, TN
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Morganton, TN

Average wind speed in March - Morganton, TN
  • Average wind speed in March: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Morganton, TN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Morganton, TN

Average rainfall in March - Morganton, TN
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in March
Morganton, TN

Average rainfall days in March - Morganton, TN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Morganton, TN

Average snowfall in March - Morganton, TN
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Morganton, TN

Average snowfall days in March - Morganton, TN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Morganton, TN
  • 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Morganton, TN

Average sunshine days in March - Morganton, TN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Morganton, TN

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

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, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Morganton, TN

Average cloud cover in March - Morganton, TN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Morganton, TN

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

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

Morganton, Tennessee, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location