Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
As Sanford welcomes March, the average high-temperature sees a modest rise, transitioning from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) in February to a mild 60.3°F (15.7°C). An average nighttime temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) is witnessed in Sanford, North Carolina throughout March.Humidity
In Sanford, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.Rainfall
In Sanford, during March, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.7 rainfall days, and 28.74" (730mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Sanford. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Sanford aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Sanford, there are 3.6 snowfall days, and 3.43" (87mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Sanford, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:37 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 7.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 4 in March leads to these recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in March in Sanford?
What is the average humidity in March in Sanford?
How much does it rain in Sanford in March?
What is the last month it snows in Sanford?
What is the average length of the day in March in Sanford?
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Sanford?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Sanford?
How long on average sun shines in March in Sanford?
How high is the UV index in March in Sanford?
Average temperature in March
Sanford, NC
- Average high temperature in March: 60.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 41.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Sanford, NC
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Sanford, 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 (4.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Sanford, NC
- Average humidity in March: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).
Average rainfall in March
Sanford, NC
- Average rainfall in March: 2.13"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.81").
Average rainfall days in March
Sanford, NC
- Average rainfall days in March: 13 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Sanford, NC
- Average snowfall in March: 0.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Sanford, NC
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 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
Sanford, 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).
Average sunshine days in March
Sanford, NC
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Sanford, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Sanford, 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 31).
Average visibility in March
Sanford, 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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