March weather forecast
Manteo, NC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a cool month in Manteo, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.1°F (12.3°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March denotes a barely perceptible change in the average high-temperatures to a still fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) from February's 50.5°F (10.3°C). Manteo indicates a consistently low-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Manteo, North Carolina, in March, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Manteo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.9 days and collects up to 26.5" (673mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in March, Manteo aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Manteo, there are 3.7 snowfall days, and 0.35" (9mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Manteo, the average seawater temperature in March is 55.9°F (13.3°C).
Note: Swimming in 55.9°F (13.3°C) poses a severe threat. Even short exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) is chilling, and going below 50°F (10°C) can cause breathing irregularities and intense cold shock, based on one's stamina.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Manteo, North Carolina, is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Manteo, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:24 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 Manteo, the average sunshine in March is 6.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Manteo?

During March, Manteo experiences an average high-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) and a low-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Manteo?

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Manteo?

In Manteo, in March, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Manteo?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Manteo. During 0.5 snowfall days, in March, Manteo aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in March in Manteo?

In March, the average ocean temperature in Manteo, North Carolina, is 55.9°F (13.3°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Manteo?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Manteo, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:24 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Manteo, North Carolina, is 6.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Manteo?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Manteo, North Carolina, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Manteo, NC

Average temperature in March - Manteo, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 54.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Manteo, NC

Average pressure in March - Manteo, NC
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Manteo, NC

Average wind speed in March - Manteo, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 14mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (14mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10mph).

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Average humidity in March
Manteo, NC

Average humidity in March - Manteo, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Manteo, NC

Average rainfall in March - Manteo, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

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Average rainfall days in March
Manteo, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Manteo, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Manteo, NC

Average snowfall in March - Manteo, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Manteo, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Manteo, NC

Average sea temperature in March - Manteo, NC
  • Average sea temperature in March: 55.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (81.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (53.3°F).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Manteo, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Manteo, 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: 6h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Manteo, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Manteo, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Manteo, NC

Average UV index in March - Manteo, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in March
Manteo, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Manteo, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in March
Manteo, NC

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

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

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