March weather forecast
Monroe, NC

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Weather in March

As Monroe transitions into March, the advent of spring brings a noticeable change in the overall weather pattern. With the melting of the last traces of winter ice, the average snowfall drops to 0.12in. The days become longer and sunnier, resulting in an increase in the average UV index. Rainfall remains sporadic, keeping the humidity levels fairly constant. The wind speed also stays within the mild range, hardly posing any challenge to daily commute in the city.

Temperature

March's arrival coincides with a subtle temperature rise, moving from February's cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) to a comfortable 61°F (16.1°C). In Monroe, the average low-temperature during the month of March is a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout March, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Monroe, there are 133.5 rainfall days, and 17.05" (433mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Monroe, North Carolina, are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Monroe. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Monroe aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Monroe, North Carolina, there are 2.5 snowfall days, and 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Monroe is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:18 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:43 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 is 7.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Monroe, North Carolina, is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 4 during March morphs into the following directions:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Monroe?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 61°F (16.1°C) and 43.2°F (6.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Monroe?

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

How much does it rain in Monroe in March?

In Monroe, during March, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Monroe?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Monroe, North Carolina. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Monroe aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Monroe?

The average day length in March in Monroe is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Monroe?

On the first day of March in Monroe, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:18 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:43 pm EDT.

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

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

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Monroe?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Monroe, NC

Average temperature in March - Monroe, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 61°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 43.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Monroe, NC

Average pressure in March - Monroe, NC
  • 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 (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Monroe, NC

Average wind speed in March - Monroe, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Monroe, NC

Average humidity in March - Monroe, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Monroe, NC

Average rainfall in March - Monroe, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (0.98").

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Average rainfall days in March
Monroe, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Monroe, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (6.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Monroe, NC

Average snowfall in March - Monroe, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Monroe, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Monroe, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Monroe, 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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 1min

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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Monroe, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Monroe, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Monroe, NC

Average UV index in March - Monroe, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Monroe, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Monroe, NC
  • 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).

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Average visibility in March
Monroe, NC

Average visibility in March - Monroe, 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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