March weather forecast
Florence, SC

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The red bridge in the Snow Winter Forest area, in Florence, South Carolina
The red bridge in the Snow Winter Forest area, in Florence, South Carolina

Weather in March

March brings more noticeable warming signs to Florence, indicating the creeping onset of spring. The month sees a transition to milder temperatures compared to February, accompanied by an increase in daylight hours which are a boon for outdoor activities. Precipitation falls predominantly as rain, with snowfall all but disappearing to a negligible 0.04" (1mm). Wind speeds this month maintain a steady pace but gusts can be misleadingly swift. A decent balance between sunshine and cloud cover adds variety to the weather.

Temperature

Observing a slight rise in March, the average high-temperature shifts from February's refreshing 56.8°F (13.8°C) to a comfortable 63.3°F (17.4°C). In March, Florence encounters an average low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) during the night.

Humidity

In Florence, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Florence, in March, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Florence, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.6 days and collects up to 33.82" (859mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Florence. March is the last month it regularly snows in Florence. During 0.1 snowfall days, in March, Florence aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Florence, there are 1.9 snowfall days, and 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Florence is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Florence, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:39 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

In March, the average sunshine in Florence is 7.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Florence is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Florence in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Florence, records 63.3°F (17.4°C), while the low-temperature is 46°F (7.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Florence?

In March, the average relative humidity in Florence is 74%.

How much does it rain in Florence in March?

In Florence, South Carolina, in March, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Florence?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Florence, South Carolina. During 0.1 snowfall days, in March, Florence aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Florence?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Florence, South Carolina, 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 Florence have in March?

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

How high is the UV index in March in Florence?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Florence 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
Florence, SC

Average temperature in March - Florence, SC
  • Average high temperature in March: 63.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37°F).

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Average pressure in March
Florence, SC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Florence, SC

Average wind speed in March - Florence, SC
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Florence, SC

Average humidity in March - Florence, SC
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Florence, SC

Average rainfall in March - Florence, SC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in March
Florence, SC

Average rainfall days in March - Florence, SC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Florence, SC

Average snowfall in March - Florence, SC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Florence, SC

Average snowfall days in March - Florence, SC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Florence, 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 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 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Florence, SC

Average sunshine days in March - Florence, SC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Florence, SC

Average UV index in March - Florence, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Florence, SC

Average cloud cover in March - Florence, SC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in March
Florence, SC

Average visibility in March - Florence, 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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