March weather forecast
Elizabethtown, NC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Elizabethtown, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature ranging between max 62.1°F (16.7°C) and min 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

March's arrival brings a slight change in high-temperatures, adjusting from a refreshing 56.1°F (13.4°C) in February to an enjoyable 62.1°F (16.7°C). Throughout March, the average low-temperature dips to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Humidity

In Elizabethtown, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Elizabethtown, in March, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 172.9 rainfall days, and 37.24" (946mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Elizabethtown aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Elizabethtown, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.2 days and aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Elizabethtown, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 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 Elizabethtown, North Carolina, is 7.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Elizabethtown is 4. A UV Index estimate 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, an average UV index of 4 transforms into the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Elizabethtown in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Elizabethtown, records 62.1°F (16.7°C), while the low-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Elizabethtown?

In March, the average relative humidity in Elizabethtown, North Carolina, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Elizabethtown in March?

In Elizabethtown, North Carolina, in March, during 14.1 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Elizabethtown?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Elizabethtown, North Carolina. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Elizabethtown aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Elizabethtown?

In Elizabethtown, the average day length in March is 12h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Elizabethtown?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:35 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Elizabethtown, North Carolina, is 7.1h.

How high is the UV index in March in Elizabethtown?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Elizabethtown, North Carolina, is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Elizabethtown, NC

Average temperature in March - Elizabethtown, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 62.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 44.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Elizabethtown, NC

Average pressure in March - Elizabethtown, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Elizabethtown, NC

Average wind speed in March - Elizabethtown, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Elizabethtown, NC

Average humidity in March - Elizabethtown, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Elizabethtown, NC

Average rainfall in March - Elizabethtown, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in March
Elizabethtown, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Elizabethtown, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Elizabethtown, NC

Average snowfall in March - Elizabethtown, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Elizabethtown, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Elizabethtown, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Elizabethtown, NC
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Elizabethtown, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Elizabethtown, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Elizabethtown, NC

Average UV index in March - Elizabethtown, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Elizabethtown, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Elizabethtown, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in March
Elizabethtown, NC

Average visibility in March - Elizabethtown, NC
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, August and September (5mi).

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