March weather forecastCharlotte, NC
March
Weather in March
March in Charlotte is characterized by a notable increase in temperatures and daylight hours. The average high and low temperatures rise to 60.4°F (15.8°C) and 42.6°F (5.9°C), a welcome relief from the chilly winter. It serves as a prelude for April, when there will be even more daylight. March sees an uptick in rainfall, with an average precipitation of 1.54" (39mm) and 12.3 rainy days. The diminishing snow coupled with the gradually warming temperatures add to the much-anticipated arrival of spring.Temperature
The arrival of March signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 53.6°F (12°C) in February to a refreshing 60.4°F (15.8°C). In the month of March, the average temperature in Charlotte dips to an icy 42.6°F (5.9°C) during the night.Humidity
In Charlotte, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.Rainfall
In Charlotte, during March, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145.8 rainfall days, and 20.47" (520mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows in Charlotte. During 0.6 snowfall days, in March, Charlotte aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Charlotte, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.8 days and aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Charlotte is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:44 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 in Charlotte is 7.2h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Charlotte is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 4 in March translates into these instructions:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Charlotte, NC
- Average high temperature in March: 60.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 42.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Charlotte, 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 (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Charlotte, NC
- Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).
Average humidity in March
Charlotte, NC
- Average humidity in March: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).
Average rainfall in March
Charlotte, NC
- Average rainfall in March: 1.54"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.3").
Average rainfall days in March
Charlotte, NC
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Charlotte, NC
- Average snowfall in March: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Charlotte, NC
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Charlotte, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Charlotte, NC
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).
Average UV index in March
Charlotte, 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
Charlotte, 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 29).
Average visibility in March
Charlotte, 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).
