March weather forecast
Cherokee, NC

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Weather in March

With the onset of March, a subtle transition starts to occur in the weather of Cherokee, North Carolina. The snowfall decreases significantly to an average of 1.06" (27mm), heralding the beginning of spring. The warmth starts to seep back in, and the frostiness of winter starts to fade. The trees regain their greenery, and the first blooms of the season begin to appear. This transformation in weather is noticeable in the newfound vibrancy of the town.

Temperature

As February transitions into March in Cherokee, a subtle temperature shift is observed, with average highs adjusting from a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C) to a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C). In the month of March, the average low-temperature in Cherokee usually rests at an icy 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 16.5 days. Throughout March, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cherokee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.2 days and collects up to 40.39" (1026mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Cherokee, North Carolina. In Cherokee, during March, snow falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Cherokee, there are 18.7 snowfall days, and 10.16" (258mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Cherokee is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Cherokee, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:54 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 Cherokee, North Carolina, the average sunshine in March is 6.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Cherokee?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Cherokee, North Carolina, during March are 53.2°F (11.8°C) and 36.3°F (2.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Cherokee?

In Cherokee, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March in Cherokee?

In Cherokee, in March, it is raining for 16.5 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Cherokee in March?

In Cherokee, in March, during 2.6 snowfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Cherokee have in March?

In Cherokee, North Carolina, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Cherokee?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Cherokee, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:54 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Cherokee is 6.7h.

How high is the UV index in March in Cherokee?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Cherokee, North Carolina, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Cherokee, NC

Average temperature in March - Cherokee, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

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Average pressure in March
Cherokee, NC

Average pressure in March - Cherokee, NC
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Cherokee, NC

Average wind speed in March - Cherokee, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Cherokee, NC

Average humidity in March - Cherokee, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Cherokee, NC

Average rainfall in March - Cherokee, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.56").

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Average rainfall days in March
Cherokee, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Cherokee, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Cherokee, NC

Average snowfall in March - Cherokee, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Cherokee, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Cherokee, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cherokee, 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: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Cherokee, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Cherokee, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Cherokee, NC

Average UV index in March - Cherokee, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Cherokee, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Cherokee, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in March
Cherokee, NC

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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