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
The onset of March marks a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C) in February to a refreshing 58.8°F (14.9°C). Throughout March, Drake registers a consistent average low-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C).Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are January, March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.Rainfall
In Drake, during March, the rain falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation. In Drake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.1 days and collects up to 33.11" (841mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Drake aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 5 snowfall days, and 3.46" (88mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Drake is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:32 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 6.8h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Drake is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in March
Drake, NC
- Average high temperature in March: 58.8°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 (47.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 42.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Drake, NC
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Drake, 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
Drake, NC
- Average humidity in March: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is September (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (74%).
Average rainfall in March
Drake, NC
- Average rainfall in March: 2.64"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.13").
Average rainfall days in March
Drake, NC
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Drake, NC
- Average snowfall in March: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Drake, NC
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2 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
Drake, NC
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Drake, NC
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Drake, NC
- Average UV index in March: 4
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Drake, NC
- Average cloud cover in March: 43
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in March
Drake, 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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