March weather forecastRock Hill, SC
March
Weather in March
The advent of spring in March in Rock Hill brings a more pleasant climate. With an increase in average temperatures, the length of daylight extends further reaching a comfortable 12 hours, allowing residents to make the most of the natural light. Compared to February, March sees fewer instances of snowfall, averaging only 0.28" (7mm) throughout the month. The climate of Rock Hill is in constant flux, with the weather varying between serene sunshine days and the inevitable rainfall indicative of spring's onset. A noticeable characteristic of March is the relatively high wind speed, averaging at 7.5 MPH, adding a briskness to the warming air.Temperature
The onset of March in Rock Hill introduces a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, nudging from a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) in February to a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C). Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) is expected.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 72%.Rainfall
In March, in Rock Hill, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout March, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159 rainfall days, and 32.76" (832mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall in Rock Hill. March is the last month it regularly snows in Rock Hill. During 0.6 snowfall days, in March, Rock Hill aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3.9 snowfall days, and 3.66" (93mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Rock Hill is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Rock Hill, sunrise is at 7:11 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
In Rock Hill, the average sunshine in March is 7.1h.UV index
In Rock Hill, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during March leads to these instructions:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Rock Hill, SC
- Average high temperature in March: 61.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 43.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).
Average pressure in March
Rock Hill, SC
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Rock Hill, SC
- Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in March
Rock Hill, SC
- Average humidity in March: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).
Average rainfall in March
Rock Hill, SC
- Average rainfall in March: 2.64"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").
Average rainfall days in March
Rock Hill, SC
- Average rainfall days in March: 14.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Rock Hill, SC
- Average snowfall in March: 0.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Rock Hill, SC
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Rock Hill, SC
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in March: 7h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Rock Hill, SC
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Rock Hill, SC
- Average UV index in March: 4
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Rock Hill, SC
- Average cloud cover in March: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in March
Rock Hill, 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).
