March weather forecastCherokee, NC
March
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
With the onset of March, Cherokee's average high-temperature sees a modest rise, moving from February's chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C) to a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C). Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C) is expected.Humidity
In Cherokee, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.Rainfall
In Cherokee, during March, the rain falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 189.2 rainfall days, and 40.39" (1026mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 2.6 days. Throughout March, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated. In Cherokee, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.7 days and aggregates up to 10.16" (258mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March 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, the average sunshine in March is 6.7h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. 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
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
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 42min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
