March weather forecast
Fountain, NC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Fountain, is a moderate month, with an average temperature ranging between min 42.4°F (5.8°C) and max 60.1°F (15.6°C).

Temperature

March signals a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's fresh 53.6°F (12°C) to a moderate 60.1°F (15.6°C). During the month of March, Fountain's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Fountain, North Carolina, in March, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fountain, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.3 days and collects up to 26.89" (683mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Fountain. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in March, Fountain aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Fountain, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.7 days and aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Fountain, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Fountain is 7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 4 transforms into the following instructions:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Fountain in March?

The high-temperature in Fountain, North Carolina, during March is 60.1°F (15.6°C) and the low-temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Fountain?

The average relative humidity in March in Fountain is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Fountain?

In Fountain, in March, during 13.8 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Fountain?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Fountain. During 0.5 snowfall days, in March, Fountain aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

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

In Fountain, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Fountain?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Fountain?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Fountain, North Carolina, is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Fountain, NC

Average temperature in March - Fountain, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 60.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34°F).

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Average pressure in March
Fountain, NC

Average pressure in March - Fountain, 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
Fountain, NC

Average wind speed in March - Fountain, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Fountain, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Fountain, NC

Average rainfall in March - Fountain, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.42").

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Average rainfall days in March
Fountain, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Fountain, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Fountain, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Fountain, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Fountain, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.6 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
Fountain, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fountain, 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 0min

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 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Fountain, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Fountain, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Fountain, NC

Average UV index in March - Fountain, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Fountain, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Fountain, 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 32).

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Average visibility in March
Fountain, NC

Average visibility in March - Fountain, 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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