March weather forecast
Horse Shoe, NC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Horse Shoe, is a moderate month, with an average temperature ranging between min 38.5°F (3.6°C) and max 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

As March arrives, Horse Shoe's weather shows a minor increase in high-temperatures, edging from February's frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C) to a moderate 56.3°F (13.5°C). Horse Shoe throughout March, records an average low-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Horse Shoe is 76%.

Rainfall

In Horse Shoe, in March, it is raining for 16.9 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Horse Shoe, there are 180.6 rainfall days, and 36.46" (926mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Horse Shoe are January through April, November and December. In Horse Shoe, during March, snow falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13.3 snowfall days, and 11.97" (304mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Horse Shoe is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:51 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 Horse Shoe, the average sunshine in March is 7.4h.

UV index

In Horse Shoe, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Horse Shoe in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Horse Shoe during March are 56.3°F (13.5°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Horse Shoe?

In Horse Shoe, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in Horse Shoe in March?

In Horse Shoe, North Carolina, during March, the rain falls for 16.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Horse Shoe in March?

In March, in Horse Shoe, it is snowing for 1.9 days. Throughout March, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Horse Shoe?

In March, the average day length in Horse Shoe, North Carolina, is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Horse Shoe?

On the first day of March in Horse Shoe, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:51 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Horse Shoe, North Carolina, 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 Horse Shoe?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Horse Shoe is 7.4h.

How high is the UV index in March in Horse Shoe?

In Horse Shoe, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in March 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
Horse Shoe, NC

Average temperature in March - Horse Shoe, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 56.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Horse Shoe, NC

Average pressure in March - Horse Shoe, 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
Horse Shoe, NC

Average wind speed in March - Horse Shoe, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Horse Shoe, NC

Average humidity in March - Horse Shoe, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Horse Shoe, NC

Average rainfall in March - Horse Shoe, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in March
Horse Shoe, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Horse Shoe, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Horse Shoe, NC

Average snowfall in March - Horse Shoe, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Horse Shoe, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Horse Shoe, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Horse Shoe, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Horse Shoe, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Horse Shoe, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Horse Shoe, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Horse Shoe, NC

Average UV index in March - Horse Shoe, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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
Horse Shoe, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Horse Shoe, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in March
Horse Shoe, NC

Average visibility in March - Horse Shoe, NC
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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