March weather forecast
Sunbury, NC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a moderate month in Sunbury, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 56.5°F (13.6°C) and min 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

In Sunbury, the onset of March comes with a modest high-temperature shift, transitioning from February's fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) to a mild 56.5°F (13.6°C). Sunbury, in March, observes a steady average low-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Sunbury is 76%.

Rainfall

In Sunbury, during March, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sunbury, North Carolina, there are 132.2 rainfall days, and 14.61" (371mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Sunbury. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Sunbury aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Sunbury, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.8 days and aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) 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 6:35 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Sunbury, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:28 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 Sunbury, North Carolina, the average sunshine in March is 6.9h.

UV index

In Sunbury, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Sunbury?

During March, Sunbury experiences an average high-temperature of 56.5°F (13.6°C) and a low-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Sunbury?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March in Sunbury?

In Sunbury, in March, during 12.2 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Sunbury?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Sunbury. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Sunbury aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Sunbury?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:28 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Sunbury?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Sunbury, North Carolina, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Sunbury, NC

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 41.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Sunbury, NC

Average pressure in March - Sunbury, NC
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Sunbury, NC

Average wind speed in March - Sunbury, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Sunbury, NC

Average humidity in March - Sunbury, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

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Average rainfall in March
Sunbury, NC

Average rainfall in March - Sunbury, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in March
Sunbury, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Sunbury, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Sunbury, NC

Average snowfall in March - Sunbury, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.63").
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
Sunbury, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Sunbury, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2 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
Sunbury, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sunbury, 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: 6h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Sunbury, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Sunbury, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Sunbury, NC

Average UV index in March - Sunbury, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Sunbury, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Sunbury, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in March
Sunbury, NC

Average visibility in March - Sunbury, 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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