March weather forecastPeterson, NC
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Peterson, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.8°F (2.1°C) and 53.4°F (11.9°C).Temperature
Peterson in March denotes a subtle temperature transition, adjusting from an average high of a frosty 46°F (7.8°C) in February to a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C). Throughout the month of March, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 35.8°F (2.1°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.Rainfall
In Peterson, during March, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 173.9 rainfall days, and 30.08" (764mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 3.6 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is accumulated. In Peterson, North Carolina, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.7 days and aggregates up to 10.55" (268mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:24 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:50 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 in Peterson is 6.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Peterson, NC
- Average high temperature in March: 53.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 35.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Peterson, 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).
Average wind speed in March
Peterson, NC
- Average wind speed in March: 6.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Peterson, 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
Peterson, NC
- Average rainfall in March: 2.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are October and November (1.97").
Average rainfall days in March
Peterson, NC
- Average rainfall days in March: 15.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).
Average snowfall in March
Peterson, NC
- Average snowfall in March: 1.02"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Peterson, NC
- Average snowfall days in March: 3.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Peterson, 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 48min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Peterson, NC
- Average sunshine days in March: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Peterson, NC
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Peterson, NC
- Average cloud cover in March: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in March
Peterson, 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).
