March weather forecast
Port Royal, SC

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Weather in March

As winter draws to an end, March ushers in the first signs of spring in Port Royal. Notably, March sees a significant increase in daylight hours to 12 hours, paving the way for extended outdoor activities. The weather continues to warm up from February, with high and low temperatures averaging 67.1°F (19.5°C) and 52.5°F (11.4°C), respectively. March's longer days and growing warmth signal a changing season — it's the most distinguished characteristic of weather in this period. March is also a transition month in Port Royal, a month that slowly wakes from winter and stretches into spring.

Temperature

A gentle upsurge in temperatures occurs in Port Royal as February gives way to March, with average highs shifting from 61.3°F (16.3°C) to a still comfortable 67.1°F (19.5°C). Throughout the nights in March, an average low-temperature of 52.5°F (11.4°C) is noted.

Humidity

March is the least humid month in Port Royal, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In Port Royal, in March, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Port Royal, there are 154.7 rainfall days, and 23.11" (587mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Port Royal is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:42 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 Port Royal is 7.8h.

UV index

In Port Royal, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in March interprets into the following advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Port Royal in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Port Royal, is 67.1°F (19.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 52.5°F (11.4°C).

What is the least humid month in Port Royal?

March is the least humid month in Port Royal, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in March in Port Royal?

In March, the average relative humidity in Port Royal is 71%.

How much does it rain in Port Royal in March?

In Port Royal, during March, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Port Royal?

March through November are months without snowfall in Port Royal.

Does it snow in Port Royal in March?

In March, in Port Royal, 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 Port Royal?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Port Royal?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Port Royal, South Carolina, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.

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

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 Port Royal?

In Port Royal, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Port Royal?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Port Royal, South Carolina, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Port Royal, SC

Average temperature in March - Port Royal, SC
  • Average high temperature in March: 67.1°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 (57.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 52.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (76.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Port Royal, SC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Port Royal, SC

Average wind speed in March - Port Royal, SC
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Port Royal, SC

Average humidity in March - Port Royal, SC
  • Average humidity in March: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Port Royal, SC

Average rainfall in March - Port Royal, SC
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in March
Port Royal, SC

Average rainfall days in March - Port Royal, SC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall days in March
Port Royal, SC

Average snowfall days in March - Port Royal, 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 March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Port Royal, SC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Port Royal, SC
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Port Royal, SC

Average sunshine days in March - Port Royal, SC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Port Royal, SC

Average UV index in March - Port Royal, 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
Port Royal, SC

Average cloud cover in March - Port Royal, SC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in March
Port Royal, SC

Average visibility in March - Port Royal, 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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