March weather forecastFolly Beach, SC
March
Weather in March
The pleasantness of the weather continues in March, with a noticeable rise compared to February, temperatures range from 54.1°F (12.3°C) to 64.4°F (18°C). As with the previous months, there is no snowfall in March, reinforcing the snow-free climate of Folly Beach. Meanwhile, daylight hours continue to lengthen, hinting at the advance of spring. When compared to February, March sees an increase in average rainfall and slight increase in wind speeds. The number of days with sunshine, and the hours of sunlight both see an enhancement in March.Temperature
An average high-temperature of a still refreshing 64.4°F (18°C) marks March, exhibiting a close resemblance to the conditions in February. Throughout March, the temperature falls to an average low of 54.1°F (12.3°C).Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are January, March and October, with an average relative humidity of 73%.Rainfall
In Folly Beach, in March, it is raining for 6.9 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 113.3 rainfall days, and 10" (254mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
February through November are months without snowfall.Ocean temperature
In Folly Beach, in March, the average water temperature is 62.2°F (16.8°C).Note: For swimming, a surface water temperature of 62.2°F (16.8°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).
Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 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 is 7.8h.UV index
In Folly Beach, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in March translates into the following instructions:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Folly Beach, SC
- Average high temperature in March: 64.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 54.1°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (78.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Folly Beach, 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 (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Folly Beach, SC
- Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Folly Beach, SC
- Average humidity in March: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and October (73%).
Average rainfall in March
Folly Beach, SC
- Average rainfall in March: 0.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").
Average rainfall days in March
Folly Beach, SC
- Average rainfall days in March: 6.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.2 days).
Average snowfall days in March
Folly Beach, SC
- Average snowfall days in March: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Folly Beach, SC
- Average sea temperature in March: 62.3°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (83.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (61.9°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Folly Beach, 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 48min
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 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Folly Beach, SC
- Average sunshine days in March: 23.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.5 days).
Average UV index in March
Folly Beach, SC
- Average UV index in March: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in March
Folly Beach, SC
- Average cloud cover in March: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in March
Folly Beach, 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).
