March weather forecast
Wrightsville Beach, NC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a comfortable month in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 61.9°F (16.6°C) and an average low of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

A minimal variation is noted in Wrightsville Beach's average high-temperature at the onset of March, reaching a comfortable 61.9°F (16.6°C) from February's 57.4°F (14.1°C). Wrightsville Beach's March nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout March, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Wrightsville Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.4 days and collects up to 20.79" (528mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Wrightsville Beach, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:07 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Wrightsville Beach is 7.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Wrightsville Beach is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Wrightsville Beach?

March temperatures in Wrightsville Beach vary between a high-temperature of 61.9°F (16.6°C) and a low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What are the least humid months in Wrightsville Beach?

The months with the lowest humidity in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina, are January and March, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in March in Wrightsville Beach?

In Wrightsville Beach, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

How much does it rain in Wrightsville Beach in March?

In March, in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout March, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Wrightsville Beach?

In Wrightsville Beach, snow does not fall in March through November.

Does it snow in Wrightsville Beach in March?

In March, in Wrightsville Beach, North 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 Wrightsville Beach?

In Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina, the average day length in March is 12h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Wrightsville Beach?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:07 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.4h.

How high is the UV index in March in Wrightsville Beach?

In Wrightsville Beach, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average temperature in March - Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 61.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (77°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average pressure in March - Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average wind speed in March - Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average humidity in March - Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and March (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average rainfall in March - Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in March
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average snowfall in March - Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January, February and December (0.04").
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
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • 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: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average UV index in March - Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are February and 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
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average visibility in March - Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • 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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