March weather forecast
Macon, NC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a mild month in Macon, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 57.7°F (14.3°C) and min 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Temperature

The onset of March introduces a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, nudging from a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) in February to a refreshing 57.7°F (14.3°C). Macon's nighttime temperature in March falls to an average of 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Macon, North Carolina, during March, the rain falls for 15.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 160.7 rainfall days, and 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Macon are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Macon. During 1.2 snowfall days, in March, Macon aggregates 0.87" (22mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Macon, there are 7.2 snowfall days, and 4.84" (123mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Macon is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:07 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:33 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 Macon, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in March translates into the following instructions:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Macon in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Macon during March are 57.7°F (14.3°C) and 40.5°F (4.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Macon?

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

How much does it rain in Macon in March?

In Macon, North Carolina, during March, the rain falls for 15.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Macon?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.2 snowfall days, in March, Macon aggregates 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Macon have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Macon?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:07 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Macon, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:33 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.9h.

How high is the UV index in March in Macon?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Macon, NC

Average temperature in March - Macon, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 57.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Macon, NC

Average pressure in March - Macon, 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
Macon, NC

Average wind speed in March - Macon, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Macon, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Macon, NC

Average rainfall in March - Macon, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in March
Macon, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Macon, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Macon, NC

Average snowfall in March - Macon, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
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
Macon, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Macon, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.2 days

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Macon, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Macon, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Macon, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Macon, NC

Average UV index in March - Macon, 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
Macon, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Macon, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in March
Macon, NC

Average visibility in March - Macon, 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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