March weather forecast
Morganton, NC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a moderate month in Morganton, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 56.7°F (13.7°C) and an average low of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

A gentle upsurge in temperatures occurs as February gives way to March, with average highs shifting from a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C) to a moderate 56.7°F (13.7°C). Throughout March, the temperature in Morganton tends to fall to a consistent average low of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Morganton, North Carolina, is 75%.

Rainfall

In Morganton, during March, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 168.6 rainfall days, and 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Morganton. In March, in Morganton, it is snowing for 1.4 days. Throughout March, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Morganton, there are 9.1 snowfall days, and 7.2" (183mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:22 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 Morganton is 7.3h.

UV index

In Morganton, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Morganton in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Morganton, is 56.7°F (13.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Morganton?

In Morganton, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in Morganton in March?

In March, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout March, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Morganton?

In Morganton, North Carolina, during March, snow falls for 1.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

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

In March, the average day length in Morganton is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Morganton?

On the first day of March in Morganton, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:22 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 Morganton?

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Morganton, North Carolina, is 7.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Morganton?

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

Average temperature in March - Morganton, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 56.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Morganton, NC

Average pressure in March - Morganton, 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
Morganton, NC

Average wind speed in March - Morganton, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Morganton, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Morganton, NC

Average rainfall in March - Morganton, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in March
Morganton, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Morganton, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Morganton, NC

Average snowfall in March - Morganton, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Morganton, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Morganton, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Morganton, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Morganton, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Morganton, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Morganton, NC

Average UV index in March - Morganton, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Morganton, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Morganton, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in March
Morganton, NC

Average visibility in March - Morganton, NC
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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