March weather forecastElgin, SC
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a comfortable month in Elgin, South Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 63.7°F (17.6°C) and 46°F (7.8°C).Temperature
The start of March signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from 56.8°F (13.8°C) in February to a still refreshing 63.7°F (17.6°C). Elgin records an average temperature drop to a frosty 46°F (7.8°C) in March.Humidity
In Elgin, South Carolina, the average relative humidity in March is 71%.Rainfall
In March, in Elgin, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout March, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 157 rainfall days, and 31.54" (801mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Elgin aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Elgin, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.4 days and aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.On the first day of March in Elgin, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:43 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 7.5h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 4 during March translates into the following guidance:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Elgin, SC
- Average high temperature in March: 63.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.2°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 46°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.6°F).
Average pressure in March
Elgin, 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).
Average wind speed in March
Elgin, SC
- Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Elgin, SC
- Average humidity in March: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (70%).
Average rainfall in March
Elgin, SC
- Average rainfall in March: 2.13"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.66").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (1.97").
Average rainfall days in March
Elgin, SC
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in March
Elgin, SC
- Average snowfall in March: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Elgin, SC
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.2 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.5 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
Elgin, SC
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in March: 7h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Elgin, SC
- Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).
Average UV index in March
Elgin, SC
- 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Elgin, SC
- Average cloud cover in March: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in March
Elgin, 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).
