March weather forecast
Greensboro, NC

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A scenic shot of the skyscrapers in the cityscape of Greensboro, North Carolina, numerous neon lights lighting up the streets, buildings, and park below
A scenic shot of the skyscrapers in the cityscape of Greensboro, North Carolina, numerous neon lights lighting up the streets, buildings, and park below

Weather in March

The weather during March in Greensboro, North Carolina, begins to acknowledge the arrival of spring. A palpable change from February is seen as temperatures start to hover between 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 58.5°F (14.7°C). The city, now glowing under 12h of daylight, sees a boost in the UV index to 4, instigating blossoms all around. Rainfall enhances the scenic beauty as it cascades down, leaving the air fresh and fragrant. In tandem with the rising temperatures, brighter days, and melting snow, a vivid composition of Greensboro's spring starts to emerge.

Temperature

Greensboro's weather in March shows a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving slightly up from February's cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) to a moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C). An average nighttime temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C) is witnessed throughout March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Greensboro is 74%.

Rainfall

In Greensboro, during March, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Greensboro, there are 155.9 rainfall days, and 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1 snowfall days, in March, Greensboro aggregates 0.75" (19mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Greensboro, there are 7.2 snowfall days, and 6.57" (167mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:14 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:40 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 Greensboro, the average sunshine in March is 7.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Greensboro is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in March translates into this advice:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Greensboro in March?

During March, Greensboro experiences an average high-temperature of 58.5°F (14.7°C) and a low-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Greensboro?

In Greensboro, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Greensboro?

In Greensboro, in March, during 13.7 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Greensboro?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1 snowfall days, in March, Greensboro aggregates 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Greensboro have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Greensboro?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:14 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Greensboro, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:40 pm EDT.

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

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

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

How high is the UV index in March in Greensboro?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Greensboro is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Greensboro, NC

Average temperature in March - Greensboro, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 58.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Greensboro, NC

Average pressure in March - Greensboro, 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 (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Greensboro, NC

Average wind speed in March - Greensboro, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Greensboro, NC

Average humidity in March - Greensboro, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

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
Greensboro, NC

Average rainfall in March - Greensboro, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in March
Greensboro, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Greensboro, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Greensboro, NC

Average snowfall in March - Greensboro, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
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
Greensboro, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Greensboro, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 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
Greensboro, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Greensboro, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Greensboro, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Greensboro, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Greensboro, NC

Average UV index in March - Greensboro, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Greensboro, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Greensboro, 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 30).

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Average visibility in March
Greensboro, NC

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

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

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