March weather forecast
Blowing Rock, NC

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A very tranquil and colorful Broyhill Park near the calm Mayview Lake in Blowing Rock Town, North Carolina
A very tranquil and colorful Broyhill Park near the calm Mayview Lake in Blowing Rock Town, North Carolina

Weather in March

March heralds the onset of the spring season in Blowing Rock, North Carolina. The temperature elevates from February's lows, spanning between 36°F (2.2°C) and 53.4°F (11.9°C). The snowfall decreases significantly, quickly melting away with the rising temperatures. However, the month marks the beginning of the rainy season, with the city seeing more frequent showers. By this time, the days become notably longer, permitting more hours of daylight.

Temperature

As March begins, there's a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 46°F (7.8°C) in February to a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C). Throughout March in Blowing Rock, a steady low-temperature average of 36°F (2.2°C) is noted.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Blowing Rock, in March, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 177.2 rainfall days, and 33.39" (848mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Blowing Rock are January through May, November and December. In Blowing Rock, in March, during 2.3 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Blowing Rock, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.2 days and aggregates up to 10.2" (259mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:48 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 Blowing Rock is 7.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Blowing Rock in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 53.4°F (11.9°C) and 36°F (2.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Blowing Rock?

In March, the average relative humidity in Blowing Rock, North Carolina, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Blowing Rock in March?

In Blowing Rock, North Carolina, in March, during 13.8 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Blowing Rock in March?

In Blowing Rock, in March, during 2.3 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Blowing Rock?

In Blowing Rock, North Carolina, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Blowing Rock?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:48 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Blowing Rock?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Blowing Rock, North Carolina, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Blowing Rock have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Blowing Rock?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Blowing Rock is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Blowing Rock, NC

Average temperature in March - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Blowing Rock, NC

Average pressure in March - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Blowing Rock, NC

Average wind speed in March - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Blowing Rock, NC

Average humidity in March - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (75%).

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Average rainfall in March
Blowing Rock, NC

Average rainfall in March - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in March
Blowing Rock, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Blowing Rock, NC

Average snowfall in March - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Blowing Rock, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Blowing Rock, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Blowing Rock, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Blowing Rock, NC

Average UV index in March - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Blowing Rock, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Blowing Rock, NC

Average visibility in March - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, August, September and December (5mi).

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