March weather forecast
Rocky Point, NC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an enjoyable month in Rocky Point, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 62.4°F (16.9°C) and 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

As March takes hold, the average high-temperature is an enjoyable 62.4°F (16.9°C), nearly mirroring that of the previous month. During March, the nighttime temperature averages to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January through April, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Rocky Point, in March, during 12.9 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 165.3 rainfall days, and 34.21" (869mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Rocky Point are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Rocky Point aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Rocky Point, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.3 days and aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Rocky Point, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March in Rocky Point, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:32 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 is 7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Rocky Point is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 4 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Rocky Point?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 62.4°F (16.9°C) and a low-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

What are the least humid months in Rocky Point?

January through April, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in Rocky Point, North Carolina.

What is the average humidity in March in Rocky Point?

In March, the average relative humidity in Rocky Point is 74%.

How much does it rain in Rocky Point in March?

In March, in Rocky Point, North Carolina, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout March, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Rocky Point?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Rocky Point aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rocky Point have in March?

In Rocky Point, the average day length in March is 12h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Rocky Point?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Rocky Point, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:32 pm EDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March in Rocky Point?

In Rocky Point, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in March is 7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Rocky Point?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Rocky Point, NC

Average temperature in March - Rocky Point, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 62.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Rocky Point, NC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Rocky Point, NC

Average wind speed in March - Rocky Point, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Rocky Point, NC

Average humidity in March - Rocky Point, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March and April (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Rocky Point, NC

Average rainfall in March - Rocky Point, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in March
Rocky Point, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Rocky Point, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Rocky Point, NC

Average snowfall in March - Rocky Point, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.83").
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
Rocky Point, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Rocky Point, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1 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
Rocky Point, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rocky Point, NC
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Rocky Point, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Rocky Point, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Rocky Point, NC

Average UV index in March - Rocky Point, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in March
Rocky Point, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Rocky Point, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Rocky Point, NC

Average visibility in March - Rocky Point, 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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