March weather forecast
Penland, NC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Penland, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.3°F (11.3°C) and 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

The start of March brings a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C) in February to a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C). An average low-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C) is expected during March.

Humidity

In Penland, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Penland, during March, the rain falls for 14.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. In Penland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.4 days and collects up to 35.51" (902mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Penland. In Penland, during March, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow. In Penland, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.7 days and aggregates up to 13.31" (338mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Penland, North Carolina, is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:49 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

The average sunshine in March in Penland is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Penland?

In Penland, in March, the average high-temperature is 52.3°F (11.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 35.1°F (1.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Penland?

The average relative humidity in March in Penland, North Carolina, is 79%.

How much does it rain in Penland in March?

In March, in Penland, the rain falls for 14.6 days. Throughout March, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Penland in March?

In Penland, in March, during 2.5 snowfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Penland have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Penland?

On the first day of March in Penland, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:49 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Penland?

In Penland, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Penland, NC

Average temperature in March - Penland, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Penland, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Penland, NC

Average wind speed in March - Penland, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Penland, NC

Average humidity in March - Penland, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, September and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
Penland, NC

Average rainfall in March - Penland, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in March
Penland, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Penland, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Penland, NC

Average snowfall in March - Penland, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Penland, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Penland, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Penland, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Penland, NC

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Penland, NC

Average UV index in March - Penland, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Penland, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Penland, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in March
Penland, NC

Average visibility in March - Penland, NC
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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