March weather forecast
Mount Pleasant, SC

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A cute mirror image of the pink sunset sky looming overhead, and the docked fishing boats, with a far view of a high bridge, Mt. Pleasant, SC
A cute mirror image of the pink sunset sky looming overhead, and the docked fishing boats, with a far view of a high bridge, Mt. Pleasant, SC

Weather in March

Signs of spring begin to manifest in March, altering the atmospheric dynamics in Mount Pleasant. Amplifying this season change, there's an increased UV index of 5 and daily sunshine hours increment to 7.8. As the month progresses, the city observes a rise in temperature, a pattern that lays the groundwork for forthcoming warm days of summer. Rainfall accumulation remains consistent, contributing to a vibrant natural landscape that the residents cherish.

Temperature

The shift into March uncovers an average high-temperature of a comfortable 64.6°F (18.1°C), subtly different from the previous month. Throughout March, Mount Pleasant's nights cool down to an average of 52.7°F (11.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January and March, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In Mount Pleasant, during March, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 182.9 rainfall days, and 44.69" (1135mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:16 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Mount Pleasant, 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 Mount Pleasant, the average sunshine in March is 7.8h.

UV index

In Mount Pleasant, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Mount Pleasant?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, during March are 64.6°F (18.1°C) and 52.7°F (11.5°C) respectively.

What are the least humid months in Mount Pleasant?

January and March, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months in Mount Pleasant.

What is the average humidity in March in Mount Pleasant?

The average relative humidity in March in Mount Pleasant is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March in Mount Pleasant?

In March, in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout March, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Mount Pleasant?

In Mount Pleasant, snow does not fall in March through November.

Does it snow in Mount Pleasant in March?

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

How many hours of daylight does Mount Pleasant have in March?

The average day length in March is 12h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Mount Pleasant?

On the first day of March in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:16 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Mount Pleasant, 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 Mount Pleasant?

The average sunshine duration in March in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, is 7.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Mount Pleasant?

In Mount Pleasant, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average temperature in March - Mount Pleasant, SC
  • Average high temperature in March: 64.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 52.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (77.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (45.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average pressure in March - Mount Pleasant, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average wind speed in March - Mount Pleasant, SC
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average humidity in March - Mount Pleasant, 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 and March (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average rainfall in March - Mount Pleasant, SC
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (8.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in March
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average rainfall days in March - Mount Pleasant, SC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average snowfall in March - Mount Pleasant, SC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.3").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average snowfall days in March - Mount Pleasant, SC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mount Pleasant, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average sunshine days in March - Mount Pleasant, SC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average UV index in March - Mount Pleasant, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average cloud cover in March - Mount Pleasant, SC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 35

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 26).

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Average visibility in March
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average visibility in March - Mount Pleasant, 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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