March weather forecastApex, NC
March
Weather in March
The conversion from winter to spring marks the month of March in Apex, North Carolina. Temperatures display an upward trend, excluding it from typically cold months, and while rainfall persists, snow occurrences progressively dwindle down. The daylight duration and sunshine hours noticeably increase from the preceding months, indicating the inception of longer days. Transitioning to April, residents prepare for warmer days coupled with a tad more rainfall. March relatively blends the elements of the trailing winter months with the forthcoming attributes of spring.Temperature
The beginning of March signals a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) in February to a mild 59.2°F (15.1°C). In March, Apex experiences a temperature dip to an average of 42.1°F (5.6°C) at night.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.Rainfall
In Apex, in March, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161.9 rainfall days, and 31.18" (792mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1 snowfall days, in March, Apex aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow. In Apex, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.9 days and aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:36 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 March, the average sunshine is 7.2h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Apex, NC
- Average high temperature in March: 59.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 42.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Apex, NC
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Apex, NC
- Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in March
Apex, NC
- Average humidity in March: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Apex, NC
- Average rainfall in March: 2.48"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.17").
Average rainfall days in March
Apex, NC
- Average rainfall days in March: 14.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in March
Apex, NC
- Average snowfall in March: 0.55"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Apex, NC
- Average snowfall days in March: 1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 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
Apex, NC
- 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: 7h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Apex, NC
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Apex, NC
- Average UV index in March: 4
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Apex, NC
- Average cloud cover in March: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in March
Apex, NC
- 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).
