March weather forecast
Sophia, NC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a moderate month in Sophia, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 58.8°F (14.9°C) and min 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Temperature

Sophia's weather in March shows a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving slightly up from February's cool 52°F (11.1°C) to a mild 58.8°F (14.9°C). March's average low-temperature reading in Sophia settles at a cold 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sophia, during March, the rain falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158 rainfall days, and 30.39" (772mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sophia are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Sophia. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Sophia aggregates 0.67" (17mm) of snow. In Sophia, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.6 days and aggregates up to 5.31" (135mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:14 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:40 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 Sophia, the average sunshine in March is 7.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Sophia in March?

In Sophia, 58.8°F (14.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 40.6°F (4.8°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Sophia?

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

How much does it rain in Sophia in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout March, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Sophia?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Sophia. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Sophia aggregates 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Sophia?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Sophia?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:14 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:40 pm EDT.

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

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

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Sophia?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Sophia, North Carolina, is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Sophia, NC

Average temperature in March - Sophia, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 58.8°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 (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Sophia, NC

Average pressure in March - Sophia, 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 (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Sophia, NC

Average wind speed in March - Sophia, 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 (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Sophia, NC

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Sophia, NC

Average rainfall in March - Sophia, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in March
Sophia, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Sophia, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Sophia, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.77").
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
Sophia, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Sophia, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 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
Sophia, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sophia, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Sophia, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Sophia, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Sophia, NC

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

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Sophia, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Sophia, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

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

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Average visibility in March
Sophia, NC

Average visibility in March - Sophia, 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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