March weather forecastPrinceton, NC
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Princeton, is a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 42.8°F (6°C) and an average high of 60.4°F (15.8°C).Temperature
In March, the average high-temperature marginally rises from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in February to a moderate 60.4°F (15.8°C). Princeton's nights in March experience an average temperature drop to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C).Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are January, March and November, with an average relative humidity of 73%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 13.7 days. Throughout March, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Princeton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161 days and collects up to 32.95" (837mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Princeton aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3.3 snowfall days, and 2.44" (62mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Princeton, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:33 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 Princeton, the average sunshine in March is 7h.UV index
In Princeton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Princeton, NC
- Average high temperature in March: 60.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.1°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 42.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Princeton, NC
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Princeton, NC
- Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in March
Princeton, NC
- Average humidity in March: 73%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (73%).
Average rainfall in March
Princeton, NC
- Average rainfall in March: 2.44"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").
Average rainfall days in March
Princeton, NC
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Princeton, NC
- Average snowfall in March: 0.08"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Princeton, NC
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Princeton, 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 0min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Princeton, NC
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).
Average UV index in March
Princeton, NC
- Average UV index in March: 4
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Princeton, NC
- Average cloud cover in March: 42
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in March
Princeton, 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).
