March weather forecast
Salisbury, NC

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Weather in March

March marks the end of winter and the beginning of spring in Salisbury, bringing with it more comfortable temperatures and clear skies. A noticeable warming is evident, spoiling residents with average high temperatures around 59.2°F (15.1°C). The days continue to lengthen, offering more sunshine and contributing to the steady warming trend. March experiences increased rainfall, a typical characteristic of the season change, providing ample moisture for the awakening flora. Pack a raincoat to comfortably enjoy the rain-soaked March days.

Temperature

Salisbury's transition into March brings a slight rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) in February to a refreshing 59.2°F (15.1°C). Salisbury's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 41°F (5°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Salisbury, in March, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Salisbury, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.1 days and collects up to 30.04" (763mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Salisbury are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Salisbury. During 0.7 snowfall days, in March, Salisbury aggregates 0.67" (17mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 5.2 snowfall days, and 5.87" (149mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:43 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 Salisbury, the average sunshine in March is 7.1h.

UV index

In Salisbury, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Salisbury?

In March, in Salisbury, the average high-temperature is 59.2°F (15.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 41°F (5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Salisbury?

In March, the average relative humidity in Salisbury, North Carolina, is 74%.

How much does it rain in Salisbury in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout March, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Salisbury?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Salisbury. During 0.7 snowfall days, in March, Salisbury aggregates 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Salisbury have in March?

In March, the average day length in Salisbury, North Carolina, is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Salisbury?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Salisbury, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:43 pm EDT.

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

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

In Salisbury, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Salisbury?

In Salisbury, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Salisbury, NC

Average temperature in March - Salisbury, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 59.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 41°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Salisbury, NC

Average pressure in March - Salisbury, 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 (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Salisbury, NC

Average wind speed in March - Salisbury, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Salisbury, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
Salisbury, NC

Average rainfall in March - Salisbury, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in March
Salisbury, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Salisbury, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.6 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).

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Average snowfall in March
Salisbury, NC

Average snowfall in March - Salisbury, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.93").
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
Salisbury, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Salisbury, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Salisbury, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Salisbury, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Salisbury, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Salisbury, NC

Average UV index in March - Salisbury, 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, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Salisbury, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Salisbury, 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 June (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in March
Salisbury, NC

Average visibility in March - Salisbury, 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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