March weather forecast
Fairfax, SC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a comfortable month in Fairfax, South Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 66.6°F (19.2°C) and an average low of 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March introduces a minor uplift in high-temperatures, adjusting from a mild 60.1°F (15.6°C) in February to a still refreshing 66.6°F (19.2°C). Fairfax records a consistent low-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C) during March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Fairfax is 72%.

Rainfall

In Fairfax, during March, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Fairfax, there are 152.9 rainfall days, and 31.18" (792mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Fairfax, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March in Fairfax, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:44 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 in Fairfax is 7.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Fairfax is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Fairfax?

In Fairfax, in March, the average high-temperature is 66.6°F (19.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Fairfax?

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March in Fairfax?

In Fairfax, South Carolina, in March, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Fairfax?

In Fairfax, snow does not fall in March through December.

Does it snow in Fairfax in March?

In March, in Fairfax, South Carolina, it doesn't snow. February is the latest month when it typically snows.

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

In Fairfax, the average day length in March is 12h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Fairfax?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Fairfax, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:44 pm EDT.

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

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 Fairfax?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Fairfax, South Carolina, is 7.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Fairfax?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Fairfax, South Carolina, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Fairfax, SC

Average temperature in March - Fairfax, SC
  • Average high temperature in March: 66.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Fairfax, SC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Fairfax, SC

Average wind speed in March - Fairfax, SC
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Fairfax, SC

Average humidity in March - Fairfax, SC
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
Fairfax, SC

Average rainfall in March - Fairfax, SC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in March
Fairfax, SC

Average rainfall days in March - Fairfax, SC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Fairfax, SC

Average snowfall in March - Fairfax, SC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Fairfax, SC

Average snowfall days in March - Fairfax, SC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Fairfax, SC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fairfax, 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 3min

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 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Fairfax, SC

Average sunshine days in March - Fairfax, SC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Fairfax, SC

Average UV index in March - Fairfax, SC
  • Average UV index in March: 5

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
Fairfax, SC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in March
Fairfax, SC

Average visibility in March - Fairfax, 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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