March weather forecast
Hatteras, NC

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Weather in March

March in Hatteras marks an official departure from the tail-end of winter as the following month of April promises warmer weather. The sunny hours shoot up to 7.1, offering considerably more daylight. With the improvement of driving conditions due to a visibility of 6 miles, commuting becomes safer. By this month, the sea temperature bounces back to 63°F (17.2°C), prompting recreational and commercial water activities. Importantly, there's a rise in rainfall amounting to 0.51" (13mm) with 8.1 rainy days.

Temperature

The advent of March in Hatteras brings an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 58.1°F (14.5°C), exhibiting minor difference from the previous month. In Hatteras, the average low-temperature during March nights tends to settle at a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C), indicating a slight drop from the daytime peak.

Humidity

In Hatteras, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Hatteras, during March, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. In Hatteras, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.9 days and collects up to 8.58" (218mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hatteras are January through March and December. The months with the most snowfall days are January through March and December, with an average of 0.1 snowfall days.

Ocean temperature

In Hatteras, in March, the average water temperature is 62.6°F (17°C).
Note: Swimming is not a pleasurable activity for the majority in water at 62.6°F (17°C). Breathing control gets harder as the water temperature dips from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Hatteras, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:23 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

The average sunshine in March in Hatteras is 7.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Hatteras is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Hatteras in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Hatteras, is 58.1°F (14.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 51.3°F (10.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Hatteras?

In Hatteras, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Hatteras?

In March, in Hatteras, North Carolina, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout March, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Hatteras?

The months with the most snowfall days in Hatteras, North Carolina, are January through March and December, with an average of 0.1 snowfall days.

What is the last month it snows in Hatteras?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Hatteras, North Carolina. Throughout March, there are 0.1 snowfall days.

How cold is the water in March in Hatteras?

In Hatteras, the average seawater temperature in March is 62.6°F (17°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 62.6°F (17°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

How many hours of daylight does Hatteras have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Hatteras?

On the first day of March in Hatteras, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:23 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Hatteras, North Carolina, is 7.1h.

How high is the UV index in March in Hatteras?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Hatteras is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Hatteras, NC

Average temperature in March - Hatteras, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 58.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 51.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (78.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46°F).

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Average pressure in March
Hatteras, NC

Average pressure in March - Hatteras, NC
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Hatteras, NC

Average wind speed in March - Hatteras, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 17mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (17mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (12mph).

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Average humidity in March
Hatteras, NC

Average humidity in March - Hatteras, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Hatteras, NC

Average rainfall in March - Hatteras, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in March
Hatteras, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Hatteras, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall days in March
Hatteras, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Hatteras, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January, February, March and December (0.1 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 sea temperature in March
Hatteras, NC

Average sea temperature in March - Hatteras, NC
  • Average sea temperature in March: 63°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are July and August (81°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (61°F).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Hatteras, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hatteras, NC
  • 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Hatteras, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Hatteras, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Hatteras, NC

Average UV index in March - Hatteras, 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
Hatteras, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Hatteras, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in March
Hatteras, NC

Average visibility in March - Hatteras, 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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