March weather forecastMasonboro, NC
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Masonboro, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 61.9°F (16.6°C) and 49.6°F (9.8°C).Temperature
The beginning of March records an average high-temperature of a comfortable 61.9°F (16.6°C), marking a negligible difference from February's 57.4°F (14.1°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C) in March.Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity in Masonboro are January and March, with an average relative humidity of 73%.Rainfall
In Masonboro, during March, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 150.4 rainfall days, and 20.79" (528mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
March through November are months without snowfall in Masonboro.Ocean temperature
In March, the average ocean temperature is 58.6°F (14.8°C).Note: Swimming at temperatures less than 50°F (10°C) in 58.6°F (14.8°C) is feasible with the right swimsuit; if not, expect cold shock and breathlessness. A quick swim at 55.4°F (13°C) without adequate warmth can be discomforting.
Daylight
In Masonboro, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Masonboro, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Masonboro, the average sunshine in March is 7.4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Masonboro is 5. 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 maximum daily UV index of 5 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Masonboro, NC
- Average high temperature in March: 61.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.5°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 49.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (77°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Masonboro, NC
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Masonboro, NC
- Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Masonboro, NC
- Average humidity in March: 73%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and March (73%).
Average rainfall in March
Masonboro, NC
- Average rainfall in March: 1.3"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").
Average rainfall days in March
Masonboro, NC
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in March
Masonboro, NC
- Average snowfall in March: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are January, February and December (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Masonboro, NC
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.1 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Masonboro, NC
- Average sea temperature in March: 58.5°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (82.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (57.5°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Masonboro, NC
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in March: 7h and 24min
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 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Masonboro, NC
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Masonboro, NC
- Average UV index in March: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in March
Masonboro, NC
- Average cloud cover in March: 38
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in March
Masonboro, 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).
