March weather forecastAtkinson, NC
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Atkinson, is a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 62.4°F (16.9°C) and an average low of 45.1°F (7.3°C).Temperature
As Atkinson, North Carolina, transitions from February to March, the average high-temperatures adjust to an enjoyable 62.4°F (16.9°C), nearly the same as the previous 57.2°F (14°C). An average low-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C) is noted during the month of March.Humidity
January through April, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in Atkinson, North Carolina.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout March, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 165.3 rainfall days, and 34.21" (869mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Atkinson. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Atkinson aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 2.3 snowfall days, and 1.65" (42mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.On the first day of March in Atkinson, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:33 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
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Atkinson is 4. 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, a daily maximum UV index of 4 leads to the following instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Atkinson, NC
- Average high temperature in March: 62.4°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 (52.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 45.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Atkinson, NC
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Atkinson, NC
- Average wind speed in March: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).
Average humidity in March
Atkinson, NC
- Average humidity in March: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March and April (74%).
Average rainfall in March
Atkinson, NC
- Average rainfall in March: 2.44"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.54").
Average rainfall days in March
Atkinson, NC
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.9 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Atkinson, NC
- Average snowfall in March: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Atkinson, NC
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Atkinson, NC
- 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 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Atkinson, NC
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.1 days).
Average UV index in March
Atkinson, NC
- Average UV index in March: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in March
Atkinson, NC
- Average cloud cover in March: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Atkinson, 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).
