March weather forecast
Asheville, NC

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A colorful townscape of the scenic Asheville City in North Carolina
A colorful townscape of the scenic Asheville City in North Carolina

Weather in March

March marks the arrival of spring in Asheville, ushering in warmer temperatures and a noticeable increase in amount of daylight. The snowfall seen in winter months makes way to rain with the city experiencing rainfall across 14 days. As the blossoms start to appear and the city shakes off the cold of winter, locals and tourists can begin to enjoy the outdoor life without the encumbrances of winter gear. Topping the tail end of winter, March proves to be a delightful transition month. As the scenery becomes more green and vibrant, Asheville becomes an absolute beauty to behold.

Temperature

Asheville perceives a slight temperature ascent during March, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C) in February to a moderate 55.6°F (13.1°C). An average nighttime temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C) is witnessed in Asheville throughout March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Asheville is 76%.

Rainfall

In Asheville, in March, during 14.4 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Asheville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.8 days and collects up to 30.12" (765mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In March, in Asheville, it is snowing for 2 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 12.1 snowfall days, and 11.77" (299mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:51 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 Asheville is 7.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Asheville?

In Asheville, 55.6°F (13.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 37.6°F (3.1°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Asheville?

In March, the average relative humidity in Asheville, North Carolina, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Asheville in March?

In Asheville, North Carolina, during March, the rain falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Asheville in March?

In Asheville, North Carolina, in March, snow falls for 2 days, with typically accumulated 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Asheville?

The average day length in March in Asheville, North Carolina, is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Asheville?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Asheville, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:51 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Asheville?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Asheville, North 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 Asheville?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Asheville is 7.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Asheville?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Asheville is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Asheville, NC

Average temperature in March - Asheville, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Asheville, NC

Average pressure in March - Asheville, NC
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"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).

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Average wind speed in March
Asheville, NC

Average wind speed in March - Asheville, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Asheville, NC

Average humidity in March - Asheville, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Asheville, NC

Average rainfall in March - Asheville, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.54").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and September (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in March
Asheville, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Asheville, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Asheville, NC

Average snowfall in March - Asheville, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Asheville, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Asheville, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Asheville, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Asheville, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Asheville, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Asheville, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Asheville, NC

Average UV index in March - Asheville, NC
  • 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Asheville, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Asheville, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Asheville, NC

Average visibility in March - Asheville, NC
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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