March weather forecastClayton, NC
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a mild month in Clayton, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 59.7°F (15.4°C) and min 42.6°F (5.9°C).Temperature
As February transitions into March, a subtle temperature shift is observed, with average highs adjusting from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a moderate 59.7°F (15.4°C). During March nights, Clayton witnesses a consistent average temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C).Humidity
January, March and November, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months in Clayton.Rainfall
In March, in Clayton, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout March, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Clayton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131 days and collects up to 13.9" (353mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall in Clayton. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in March, Clayton aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Clayton, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.3 days and aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Clayton is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:00 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
The average sunshine in March in Clayton is 7.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Clayton is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Clayton, NC
- Average high temperature in March: 59.7°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 (48.4°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 42.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Clayton, 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
Clayton, NC
- Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Clayton, 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
Clayton, NC
- Average rainfall in March: 0.94"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").
Average rainfall days in March
Clayton, NC
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Clayton, NC
- Average snowfall in March: 0.08"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Clayton, NC
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Clayton, 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 6min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Clayton, NC
- Average sunshine days in March: 18.7 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.1 days).
Average UV index in March
Clayton, 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
Clayton, NC
- Average cloud cover in March: 42
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Clayton, 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).
