March weather - Spring 2024 - Atlantic Beach, NC

Weather in March
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Average pressure in March
Average wind speed in March
Average humidity in March
Average rainfall in March
Average rainfall days in March
Average snowfall in March
Average snowfall days in March
Average daylight in March
Average sunshine in March
Average sunshine days in March
Average UV index in March
Average cloud cover in March
Average visibility in March

Rows upon rows of tranquil homes and docked boats and yachts all around the scenic shores of the iconic Atlantic Beach, North Carolina

Weather in March

March signals a departure from winter as Atlantic Beach welcomes the initial whiff of spring. Notably for this month, the temperature highs climb up to 60.1°F (15.6°C) and lows rest comfortably at 49.3°F (9.6°C). The additional daylight hours contribute to a significant increase in sunshine time to seven hours, making the beach a prime destination during the day. The rainfall days increases to 12.7 days, together with the UV index rising to 4 units, revealing the advancing seasonal change.

Temperature

March's average high-temperature in Atlantic Beach stands at a still refreshing 60.1°F (15.6°C), showing little deviation from February's 56.1°F (13.4°C). The low-temperature in Atlantic Beach averages to a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

March and April, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Atlantic Beach, North Carolina, during March, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. In Atlantic Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.1 days and collects up to 24.25" (616mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Atlantic Beach, snow does not fall in March through December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Atlantic Beach, North Carolina, is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Atlantic Beach, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:27 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 Atlantic Beach, the average sunshine in March is 7.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Atlantic Beach is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in March translates into this advice:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Atlantic Beach?

In March, in Atlantic Beach, the average high-temperature is 60.1°F (15.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 49.3°F (9.6°C).

What are the least humid months in Atlantic Beach?

March and April, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in Atlantic Beach.

What is the average humidity in March in Atlantic Beach?

The average relative humidity in March in Atlantic Beach is 74%.

How much does it rain in Atlantic Beach in March?

In March, in Atlantic Beach, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout March, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Atlantic Beach?

March through December are months without snowfall in Atlantic Beach, North Carolina.

Does it snow in Atlantic Beach in March?

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

What is the average length of the day in March in Atlantic Beach?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Atlantic Beach?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Atlantic Beach, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:27 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Atlantic Beach, North Carolina, is 7.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Atlantic Beach?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Atlantic Beach is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

56.1°F 13.4°C

60.1°F 15.6°C

68.2°F 20.1°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

13mph 20.9km/h

12.8mph 20.6km/h

12.7mph 20.4km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

12.7

Average snowfall

0.28" 7mm

0" 0mm

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

16.3

16.5

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Atlantic Beach, NC

Average high temperature in March: 60.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.1°F).

Average low temperature in March: 49.3°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
Atlantic Beach, NC

Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Atlantic Beach, NC

Average wind speed in March: 12.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Atlantic Beach, NC

Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Atlantic Beach, NC

Average rainfall in March: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in March
Atlantic Beach, NC

Average rainfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Atlantic Beach, NC

Average snowfall in March: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Atlantic Beach, NC

Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 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
Atlantic 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Atlantic Beach, NC

Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Atlantic Beach, NC

Average UV index in March: 4

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
Atlantic Beach, NC

Average cloud cover in March: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in March
Atlantic 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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March weather forecast
Atlantic Beach, NC

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