March weather forecast
Rutherfordton, NC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Rutherfordton, is a mild month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 59°F (15°C) and 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March is marked by a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) to a mild 59°F (15°C). Throughout the March nights, Rutherfordton encounters a low-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Rutherfordton, in March, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 153.8 rainfall days, and 29.09" (739mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows in Rutherfordton. During 0.6 snowfall days, in March, Rutherfordton aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Rutherfordton, North Carolina, there are 5.2 snowfall days, and 6.34" (161mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Rutherfordton is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:48 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 Rutherfordton is 7.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 4 transforms into the following instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Rutherfordton?

In March, in Rutherfordton, the average high-temperature is 59°F (15°C), and the average low-temperature is 40.3°F (4.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Rutherfordton?

The average relative humidity in March in Rutherfordton is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Rutherfordton?

In Rutherfordton, in March, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Rutherfordton?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Rutherfordton. During 0.6 snowfall days, in March, Rutherfordton aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rutherfordton have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Rutherfordton?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:48 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Rutherfordton, North Carolina, is 7.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Rutherfordton?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Rutherfordton, NC

Average temperature in March - Rutherfordton, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 59°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 (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Rutherfordton, NC

Average pressure in March - Rutherfordton, 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
Rutherfordton, NC

Average wind speed in March - Rutherfordton, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Rutherfordton, NC

Average humidity in March - Rutherfordton, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

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Average rainfall in March
Rutherfordton, NC

Average rainfall in March - Rutherfordton, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in March
Rutherfordton, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Rutherfordton, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Rutherfordton, NC

Average snowfall in March - Rutherfordton, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Rutherfordton, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Rutherfordton, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.9 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
Rutherfordton, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rutherfordton, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Rutherfordton, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Rutherfordton, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Rutherfordton, NC

Average UV index in March - Rutherfordton, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Rutherfordton, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Rutherfordton, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in March
Rutherfordton, NC

Average visibility in March - Rutherfordton, NC
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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