March weather forecast
Southern Pines, NC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Southern Pines, is an enjoyable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and an average high of 61°F (16.1°C).

Temperature

As Southern Pines, North Carolina, welcomes March, the average high-temperature sees a modest rise, transitioning from a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C) in February to a comfortable 61°F (16.1°C). In March, Southern Pines reports a consistent average low-temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In March, in Southern Pines, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout March, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Southern Pines, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.3 days and collects up to 32.91" (836mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Southern Pines. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Southern Pines aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Southern Pines, there are 3.7 snowfall days, and 2.32" (59mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Southern Pines, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:13 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:38 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 Southern Pines, the average sunshine in March is 7.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 4 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Southern Pines in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 61°F (16.1°C) and 43.2°F (6.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Southern Pines?

The average relative humidity in March in Southern Pines, North Carolina, is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March in Southern Pines?

In Southern Pines, in March, during 14.4 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Southern Pines?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Southern Pines, North Carolina. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Southern Pines aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Southern Pines?

In March, the average day length in Southern Pines is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Southern Pines?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:13 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Southern Pines, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.2h.

How high is the UV index in March in Southern Pines?

In Southern Pines, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Southern Pines, NC

Average temperature in March - Southern Pines, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 61°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 (50°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 43.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Southern Pines, NC

Average pressure in March - Southern Pines, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Southern Pines, NC

Average wind speed in March - Southern Pines, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Southern Pines, NC

Average humidity in March - Southern Pines, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Southern Pines, NC

Average rainfall in March - Southern Pines, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in March
Southern Pines, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Southern Pines, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Southern Pines, NC

Average snowfall in March - Southern Pines, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.02").
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
Southern Pines, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Southern Pines, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.3 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
Southern Pines, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Southern Pines, 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 month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Southern Pines, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Southern Pines, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Southern Pines, NC

Average UV index in March - Southern Pines, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Southern Pines, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Southern Pines, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and October (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Southern Pines, NC

Average visibility in March - Southern Pines, 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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