March weather forecast
Aiken, SC

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The natural formation of the oak canopies along the South Boundary Street in Aiken, South Carolina
The natural formation of the oak canopies along the South Boundary Street in Aiken, South Carolina

Weather in March

The weather in Aiken, South Carolina in March, sees a notable rise in temperature as the city welcomes spring. There is an apparent increase in daylight hours, providing a pleasant ambiance. The cloud cover starts to reduce, allowing more sunlight to penetrate and warm the city. With temperatures ranging from 47.7°F (8.7°C) to 64.9°F (18.3°C), March is also known for its precipitation of 2.32" (59mm). March is the start of the transition from cool weather to a warmer climate.

Temperature

The beginning of March in Aiken, South Carolina, signals a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 58.3°F (14.6°C) in February to a comfortable 64.9°F (18.3°C). March brings an average low-temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C) to Aiken.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Aiken is 71%.

Rainfall

In March, in Aiken, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Aiken, there are 147.8 rainfall days, and 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Aiken are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Aiken, South Carolina. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Aiken aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.1 snowfall days, and 0.71" (18mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:47 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 7.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 4 in March interprets into the following advice:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Aiken?

During March, Aiken experiences an average high-temperature of 64.9°F (18.3°C) and a low-temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Aiken?

The average relative humidity in March in Aiken is 71%.

How much does it rain in Aiken in March?

In Aiken, South Carolina, during March, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Aiken?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Aiken aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

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

In Aiken, South Carolina, the average day length in March is 12h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Aiken?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Aiken, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:47 pm EDT.

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

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 Aiken have in March?

In Aiken, South Carolina, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Aiken?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Aiken, South Carolina, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Aiken, SC

Average temperature in March - Aiken, SC
  • Average high temperature in March: 64.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 47.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Aiken, SC

Average pressure in March - Aiken, SC
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Aiken, SC

Average wind speed in March - Aiken, SC
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Aiken, SC

Average humidity in March - Aiken, SC
  • Average humidity in March: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and November (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
Aiken, SC

Average rainfall in March - Aiken, SC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in March
Aiken, SC

Average rainfall days in March - Aiken, SC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (7.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Aiken, SC

Average snowfall in March - Aiken, SC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.12"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.28").
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
Aiken, SC

Average snowfall days in March - Aiken, SC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.4 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
Aiken, SC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Aiken, SC
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Aiken, SC

Average sunshine days in March - Aiken, SC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Aiken, SC

Average UV index in March - Aiken, SC
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in March
Aiken, SC

Average cloud cover in March - Aiken, SC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in March
Aiken, SC

Average visibility in March - Aiken, SC
  • 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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