March weather forecast
Granite Falls, NC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Granite Falls, is a moderate month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average high of 57.9°F (14.4°C).

Temperature

March's arrival coincides with a subtle temperature rise, moving from February's fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C) to a moderate 57.9°F (14.4°C). In the month of March, Granite Falls witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Granite Falls, in March, during 14.5 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Granite Falls, there are 163.1 rainfall days, and 32.01" (813mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Granite Falls aggregates 0.79" (20mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 6.2 snowfall days, and 7.01" (178mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:47 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 Granite Falls is 7.2h.

UV index

In Granite Falls, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality 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 March temperatures in Granite Falls?

The high-temperature, in March, in Granite Falls, is 57.9°F (14.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 39.7°F (4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Granite Falls?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Granite Falls?

In Granite Falls, North Carolina, in March, during 14.5 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Granite Falls?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Granite Falls. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Granite Falls aggregates 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Granite Falls?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Granite Falls?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Granite Falls, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:47 pm EDT.

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

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

In Granite Falls, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.2h.

How high is the UV index in March in Granite Falls?

In Granite Falls, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in March 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
Granite Falls, NC

Average temperature in March - Granite Falls, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 57.9°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 (45.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 39.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Granite Falls, NC

Average pressure in March - Granite Falls, 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
Granite Falls, NC

Average wind speed in March - Granite Falls, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Granite Falls, NC

Average humidity in March - Granite Falls, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
Granite Falls, NC

Average rainfall in March - Granite Falls, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in March
Granite Falls, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Granite Falls, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Granite Falls, NC

Average snowfall in March - Granite Falls, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.28").
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
Granite Falls, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Granite Falls, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 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
Granite Falls, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Granite Falls, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Granite Falls, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Granite Falls, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).

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Average UV index in March
Granite Falls, NC

Average UV index in March - Granite Falls, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Granite Falls, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Granite Falls, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in March
Granite Falls, NC

Average visibility in March - Granite Falls, NC
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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