March weather forecast
Southern Shores, NC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Southern Shores, is a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 45.9°F (7.7°C) and 53.4°F (11.9°C).

Temperature

Southern Shores marks the start of March with an average high-temperature of a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C), hinting at a slight fluctuation from February's 49.8°F (9.9°C). In Southern Shores, the month of March records an average minimum temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C), a slight dip from the daily highs.

Humidity

In Southern Shores, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Southern Shores, in March, it is raining for 16.1 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Southern Shores, there are 173.9 rainfall days, and 37.24" (946mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Southern Shores. March is the last month it regularly snows in Southern Shores. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Southern Shores aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3.7 snowfall days, and 0.59" (15mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In March, the average ocean temperature is 47.8°F (8.8°C).
Note: While a brief time in 47.8°F (8.8°C) at 55.4°F (13°C) is already bracing, plunging below 50°F (10°C) can severely affect breathing and introduce a cold shock, relying on your physical state.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Southern Shores, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:24 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 Southern Shores is 7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Southern Shores is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 4 leads to the following instructions:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Southern Shores in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Southern Shores, is 53.4°F (11.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 45.9°F (7.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Southern Shores?

In Southern Shores, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Southern Shores?

In Southern Shores, North Carolina, during March, the rain falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Southern Shores?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Southern Shores, North Carolina. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Southern Shores aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in March in Southern Shores?

In March, the average ocean temperature in Southern Shores is 47.8°F (8.8°C). Swimming in 47.8°F (8.8°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in March in Southern Shores?

The average day length in March in Southern Shores, North Carolina, is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Southern Shores?

On the first day of March in Southern Shores, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:24 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Southern Shores, North Carolina, is 7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Southern Shores?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Southern Shores, North Carolina, is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Southern Shores, NC

Average temperature in March - Southern Shores, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 45.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Southern Shores, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Southern Shores, NC

Average wind speed in March - Southern Shores, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 14mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (14mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
Southern Shores, NC

Average humidity in March - Southern Shores, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Southern Shores, NC

Average rainfall in March - Southern Shores, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.24").

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Average rainfall days in March
Southern Shores, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Southern Shores, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Southern Shores, NC

Average snowfall in March - Southern Shores, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
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
Southern Shores, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Southern Shores, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 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
Southern Shores, NC

Average sea temperature in March - Southern Shores, NC
  • Average sea temperature in March: 47.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (80.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.2°F).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Southern Shores, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Southern Shores, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Southern Shores, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Southern Shores, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Southern Shores, NC

Average UV index in March - Southern Shores, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in March
Southern Shores, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Southern Shores, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in March
Southern Shores, NC

Average visibility in March - Southern Shores, 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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