March weather forecast
Elk Valley, NC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Elk Valley, is a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between min 34.3°F (1.3°C) and max 51.3°F (10.7°C).

Temperature

March's onset is marked by a subtle temperature increase, moving from a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) in February to a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C). In the month of March, Elk Valley records a consistent average low-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Elk Valley are February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Elk Valley, in March, during 14.5 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Elk Valley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178 days and collects up to 24.96" (634mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Elk Valley, in March, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.19" (81mm) of snow. In Elk Valley, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.4 days and aggregates up to 22.01" (559mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Elk Valley, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:49 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 Elk Valley, the average sunshine in March is 6.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Elk Valley in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Elk Valley, records 51.3°F (10.7°C), while the low-temperature is 34.3°F (1.3°C).

What are the most humid months in Elk Valley?

The months with the highest humidity in Elk Valley, North Carolina, are February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in March in Elk Valley?

In March, the average relative humidity in Elk Valley, North Carolina, is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March in Elk Valley?

In Elk Valley, during March, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Elk Valley in March?

In Elk Valley, North Carolina, during March, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Elk Valley?

The average day length in March in Elk Valley, North Carolina, is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Elk Valley?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:49 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Elk Valley, North Carolina, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Elk Valley have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Elk Valley is 6.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Elk Valley?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Elk Valley, NC

Average temperature in March - Elk Valley, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.3°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 (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Elk Valley, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Elk Valley, NC

Average wind speed in March - Elk Valley, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Elk Valley, NC

Average humidity in March - Elk Valley, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Elk Valley, NC

Average rainfall in March - Elk Valley, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in March
Elk Valley, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Elk Valley, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Elk Valley, NC

Average snowfall in March - Elk Valley, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Elk Valley, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Elk Valley, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 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
Elk Valley, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Elk Valley, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Elk Valley, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Elk Valley, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Elk Valley, NC

Average UV index in March - Elk Valley, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Elk Valley, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Elk Valley, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in March
Elk Valley, NC

Average visibility in March - Elk Valley, NC
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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