March weather forecast
Sandy Ridge, NC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a mild month in Sandy Ridge, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 38.5°F (3.6°C) and max 56.5°F (13.6°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is characterized by a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C) to a moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C). Sandy Ridge's March nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Humidity

In Sandy Ridge, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Sandy Ridge, in March, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sandy Ridge, North Carolina, there are 133.5 rainfall days, and 23.58" (599mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows in Sandy Ridge. During 1.3 snowfall days, in March, Sandy Ridge aggregates 1.5" (38mm) of snow. In Sandy Ridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.7 days and aggregates up to 8.31" (211mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:42 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 Sandy Ridge, the average sunshine in March is 7.2h.

UV index

In Sandy Ridge, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During March, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Sandy Ridge?

In Sandy Ridge, 56.5°F (13.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 38.5°F (3.6°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Sandy Ridge?

In Sandy Ridge, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How much does it rain in Sandy Ridge in March?

In Sandy Ridge, North Carolina, in March, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Sandy Ridge?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Sandy Ridge, North Carolina. During 1.3 snowfall days, in March, Sandy Ridge aggregates 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Sandy Ridge?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Sandy Ridge?

On the first day of March in Sandy Ridge, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Sandy Ridge is 7.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Sandy Ridge?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average temperature in March - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 56.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average pressure in March - Sandy Ridge, 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
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average wind speed in March - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average humidity in March - Sandy Ridge, 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
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average rainfall in March - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

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Average rainfall days in March
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average snowfall in March - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.48").
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
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sandy Ridge, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and August (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average UV index in March - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in March
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average visibility in March - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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