March weather forecastMurphy, NC
March
Weather in March
In Murphy, North Carolina, the arrival of March signals a transition from winter to spring. A notable temperature boost becomes visible, alluding to the warmer days that are just around the corner. With an average high temperature peaking at 56.3°F (13.5°C), residents move towards more outdoor activities. The change in weather brings about an increase in rainfall whereas snowfall occurrences start to dwindle. As the days lengthen, the month draws to a close with the promising signs of spring.Temperature
The average high-temperature mildly increases in March, edging from a frosty 49.3°F (9.6°C) in February to a refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C). Murphy, during March, witnesses an average low-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C).Humidity
In Murphy, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.Rainfall
In March, in Murphy, the rain falls for 15.7 days. Throughout March, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Murphy, there are 181 rainfall days, and 40.39" (1026mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Murphy are January through April, October through December. In Murphy, in March, during 2.1 snowfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Murphy, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.8 days and aggregates up to 6.06" (154mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:32 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 7:57 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 6.6h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during March morphs into the following directions:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Murphy, NC
- Average high temperature in March: 56.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 39°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Murphy, NC
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Murphy, NC
- Average wind speed in March: 6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Murphy, NC
- Average humidity in March: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in March
Murphy, NC
- Average rainfall in March: 3.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").
Average rainfall days in March
Murphy, NC
- Average rainfall days in March: 15.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).
Average snowfall in March
Murphy, NC
- Average snowfall in March: 0.59"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Murphy, NC
- Average snowfall days in March: 2.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Murphy, 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: 6h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Murphy, NC
- Average sunshine days in March: 13 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Murphy, NC
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Murphy, NC
- Average cloud cover in March: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in March
Murphy, NC
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
