March weather forecast
Whittier, NC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Whittier, is a fresh month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 53.2°F (11.8°C) and an average low of 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

A subtle rise in the average high-temperature is observed during March, adjusting from a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C) in February to a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C). In March, Whittier experiences a temperature dip to an average of 36.3°F (2.4°C) at night.

Humidity

In Whittier, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Whittier, in March, it is raining for 16.5 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 189.2 rainfall days, and 40.39" (1026mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Whittier. In Whittier, in March, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 18.7 snowfall days, and 10.16" (258mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Whittier is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:54 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 6.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. 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 is the usual temperature for Whittier in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Whittier, North Carolina, during March are 53.2°F (11.8°C) and 36.3°F (2.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Whittier?

In Whittier, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in Whittier in March?

In Whittier, during March, the rain falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Whittier?

In Whittier, North Carolina, in March, during 2.6 snowfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Whittier have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Whittier?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Whittier, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:54 pm EDT.

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

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 many hours of sunshine does Whittier have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Whittier, North Carolina, is 6.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Whittier?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Whittier is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Whittier, NC

Average temperature in March - Whittier, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

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Average pressure in March
Whittier, NC

Average pressure in March - Whittier, NC
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Whittier, NC

Average wind speed in March - Whittier, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Whittier, NC

Average humidity in March - Whittier, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Whittier, NC

Average rainfall in March - Whittier, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.56").

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Average rainfall days in March
Whittier, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Whittier, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Whittier, NC

Average snowfall in March - Whittier, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Whittier, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Whittier, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Whittier, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Whittier, 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: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Whittier, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Whittier, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Whittier, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Whittier, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Whittier, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in March
Whittier, NC

Average visibility in March - Whittier, NC
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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