March weather - Spring 2025

Weather in March
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Average pressure in March
Average wind speed in March
Average humidity in March
Average rainfall in March
Average rainfall days in March
Average snowfall in March
Average snowfall days in March
Average daylight in March
Average sunshine in March
Average sunshine days in March
Average UV index in March
Average cloud cover in March
Average visibility in March

The iconic historic Church of the Cross in Bluffton, South Carolina, set in a beautiful garden park

Weather in March

With March's arrival, temperatures in Bluffton start transitioning towards a balmy climate, an early sign of the forthcoming spring. The notable values of temperature, hovering between 54.1°F (12.3°C) and 65.8°F (18.8°C), witness a significant increase, and so does the rainfall, which now measures 1.46" (37mm). There's a palpable sense of the renewed springtime vigor, evident in the increasingly longer days and the lushness brought by the modest showers. This shift in weather brings about an increase in outdoor activities, aligning with the growing number of sunshine hours.

Temperature

March's arrival brings a modest temperature shift, moving from 60.4°F (15.8°C) in February to a still refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C). An average nighttime temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) is recorded in Bluffton during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In Bluffton, in March, during 11.4 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bluffton, there are 175.3 rainfall days, and 32.28" (820mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall in Bluffton.

Daylight

In Bluffton, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:42 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 Bluffton, the average sunshine in March is 7.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in March leads to these guidelines:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.

Updated: Jun 28, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

In Bluffton, in March, the average high-temperature is 65.8°F (18.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In Bluffton, during March, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Bluffton, snow does not fall in February through December.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 12h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Bluffton, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 7.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Bluffton?

In Bluffton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

60.4°F 15.8°C

65.8°F 18.8°C

72.9°F 22.7°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

10.1mph 16.3km/h

10.2mph 16.4km/h

10.4mph 16.7km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

15.8

17.4

16.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Bluffton, SC

Average high temperature in March: 65.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57.4°F).

Average low temperature in March: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (77.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46°F).

Average pressure in March
Bluffton, SC

Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Bluffton, SC

Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and April (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Bluffton, SC

Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Bluffton, SC

Average rainfall in March: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in March
Bluffton, SC

Average rainfall days in March: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Bluffton, SC

Average snowfall in March: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Bluffton, SC

Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Bluffton, SC

Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

Average sunshine in March: 7h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Bluffton, SC

Average sunshine days in March: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Bluffton, SC

Average UV index in March: 5

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

Average cloud cover in March
Bluffton, SC

Average cloud cover in March: 33

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 38).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
Bluffton, SC

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).

March weather forecast
Bluffton, SC

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