March weather forecast
Fairfield, NC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Fairfield, is a mild month, with an average temperature ranging between max 59.7°F (15.4°C) and min 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

March introduces a marginal temperature uplift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from February's fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C) to a refreshing 59.7°F (15.4°C). During the month of March, an average temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Fairfield, in March, during 14.3 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fairfield, there are 172.2 rainfall days, and 36.81" (935mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Fairfield aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3.3 snowfall days, and 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Fairfield, North Carolina, is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Fairfield, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:26 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 6.9h.

UV index

In Fairfield, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during March leads to these instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Fairfield?

March temperatures in Fairfield vary between a high-temperature of 59.7°F (15.4°C) and a low-temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Fairfield?

In March, the average relative humidity in Fairfield is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Fairfield?

In Fairfield, North Carolina, in March, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Fairfield?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Fairfield aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fairfield have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Fairfield?

On the first day of March in Fairfield, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:26 pm EDT.

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

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

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Fairfield?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Fairfield, North Carolina, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Fairfield, NC

Average temperature in March - Fairfield, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 59.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 42.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Fairfield, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Fairfield, NC

Average wind speed in March - Fairfield, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Fairfield, NC

Average humidity in March - Fairfield, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

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Average rainfall in March
Fairfield, NC

Average rainfall in March - Fairfield, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in March
Fairfield, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Fairfield, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Fairfield, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.71").
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
Fairfield, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Fairfield, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 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
Fairfield, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fairfield, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Fairfield, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Fairfield, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Fairfield, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in March
Fairfield, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Fairfield, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in March
Fairfield, NC

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

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

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