March weather forecast
Matthews, NC

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Weather in March

March in Matthews, North Carolina, witnesses a palpable change in the weather pattern. The shift to milder and warmer days becomes evident as the average high temperature goes up to 60.4°F (15.8°C). The city experiences longer days and more sunshine, indicating the arrival of spring. While the chances of snowfall diminish, rainfall remains a constant feature. Wind patterns also begin to change during this month, heralding a departure from colder times.

Temperature

With the onset of March in Matthews, North Carolina, the average high-temperature subtly transitions from a cool 53.6°F (12°C) in February to a refreshing 60.4°F (15.8°C). An average low-temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C) is noted in Matthews during the month of March.

Humidity

In Matthews, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout March, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Matthews, there are 163.7 rainfall days, and 31.77" (807mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Matthews aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Matthews, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.5 days and aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Matthews, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:18 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Matthews, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:43 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 7.2h.

UV index

In Matthews, 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 average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 during March translates into the following guidance:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Matthews in March?

Matthews in March has an average high-temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Matthews?

The average relative humidity in March in Matthews, North Carolina, is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March in Matthews?

In Matthews, North Carolina, during March, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Matthews?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Matthews, North Carolina. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Matthews aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Matthews have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Matthews?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:18 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:43 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Matthews, North Carolina, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Matthews have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Matthews is 7.2h.

How high is the UV index in March in Matthews?

In Matthews, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Matthews, NC

Average temperature in March - Matthews, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 60.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 43.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Matthews, NC

Average pressure in March - Matthews, NC
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Matthews, NC

Average wind speed in March - Matthews, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Matthews, NC

Average humidity in March - Matthews, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

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Average rainfall in March
Matthews, NC

Average rainfall in March - Matthews, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in March
Matthews, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Matthews, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Matthews, NC

Average snowfall in March - Matthews, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Matthews, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Matthews, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 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
Matthews, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Matthews, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Matthews, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Matthews, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Matthews, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Matthews, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Matthews, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in March
Matthews, NC

Average visibility in March - Matthews, 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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