March weather forecastWinston-Salem, NC
March
Weather in March
March in Winston-Salem marks the arrival of spring with temperatures ranging from a pleasant 58.1°F (14.5°C) to a cooler 40.3°F (4.6°C). The transition period between the end of winter and the start of spring is marked by increased rainfall and more sunshine hours. There is a notable decrease in snowfall during this month, signaling the end of the winter season. The wind speed remains fairly consistent, bearing the remnants of the windy winter months. The sunshine hours rise further, bringing a refreshing change after the extensive cloudy skies and minimal sunlight during winter.Temperature
Winston-Salem's March weather indicates a minor ascent in high-temperatures, adjusting from a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C) in February to a mild 58.1°F (14.5°C). Winston-Salem throughout March, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 73%.Rainfall
In Winston-Salem, in March, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Winston-Salem, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159 days and collects up to 30.83" (783mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1 snowfall days, in March, Winston-Salem aggregates 0.75" (19mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 7.2 snowfall days, and 7.05" (179mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Winston-Salem is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:16 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:42 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
In Winston-Salem, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, the UV index of 4 transforms into the following advice:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Winston-Salem, NC
- Average high temperature in March: 58.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.9°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 40.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Winston-Salem, NC
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Winston-Salem, 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 (4.4mph).
Average humidity in March
Winston-Salem, NC
- Average humidity in March: 73%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).
Average rainfall in March
Winston-Salem, NC
- Average rainfall in March: 2.64"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.05").
Average rainfall days in March
Winston-Salem, NC
- Average rainfall days in March: 14 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).
Average snowfall in March
Winston-Salem, NC
- Average snowfall in March: 0.75"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Winston-Salem, NC
- Average snowfall days in March: 1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 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
Winston-Salem, 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 48min).
- Average sunshine in March: 7h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Winston-Salem, NC
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.1 days).
Average UV index in March
Winston-Salem, NC
- Average UV index in March: 4
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Winston-Salem, NC
- Average cloud cover in March: 42
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in March
Winston-Salem, 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).
