Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
With the onset of March, Benson's weather sees a minor temperature rise, transitioning from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in February to a refreshing 60.4°F (15.8°C). Benson cools down to an average low-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C) throughout the month of March.Humidity
January, March and November, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months in Benson.Rainfall
In Benson, during March, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. In Benson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.6 days and collects up to 27.05" (687mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in March, Benson aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Benson, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.3 days and aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow.Daylight
In Benson, North Carolina, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March in Benson, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:35 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 7.1h.UV index
In Benson, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average March temperature in Benson?
What is the least humid month in Benson?
What is the average humidity in March in Benson?
How many days does it rain in March in Benson?
What is the last month it snows in Benson?
How many hours of daylight does Benson have in March?
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Benson?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Benson?
How long on average sun shines in March in Benson?
What is the UV index intensity in March in Benson?
Average temperature in March
Benson, NC
- Average high temperature in March: 60.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.3°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 43°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Benson, NC
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are November and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Benson, NC
- Average wind speed in March: 8.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in March
Benson, NC
- Average humidity in March: 73%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (73%).
Average rainfall in March
Benson, NC
- Average rainfall in March: 1.97"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.54").
Average rainfall days in March
Benson, NC
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in March
Benson, NC
- Average snowfall in March: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Benson, NC
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.3 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
Benson, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Benson, NC
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Benson, NC
- Average UV index in March: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Benson, 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 June (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Benson, 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).
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