United StatesThe weather in March in Chapel Hill
It's cool to moderate in March in Chapel Hill with an average temperature of 17°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 12°C to a high of 22°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 1°C and 10°C.
Looking for sun and warm weather? March isn’t a good month to be in Chapel Hill. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in March for Chapel Hill, North Carolina. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 32°C in 2020, Chapel Hill reached the highest temperature in March over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 1°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -9°C to a highest value of 21°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In March, there is an average of 156 mm of precipitation, spread over 17 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,2 cm falls as snow in March. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in March for Chapel Hill
Click on any day in March to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Chapel Hill. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
March weather comparison
| Chapel Hill | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 17°C | 11°C |
| Max. temperature | 22°C | 14°C |
| Min. temperature | 1°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 156 mm | 63 mm |
| Rainy days | 17 days | 10 days |
| Total snowfall | 0,2 cm | 7 cm |
| Snowy days | 1 day | 4 days |
Start of March
The month of March starts in Chapel Hill with cool temps, averaging around 16°C during the day and nights around 4°C.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps rise to around 17°C, with nights around 5°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Chapel Hill is around 20°C, while nighttime temps are about 8°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
Find affordable trips to Chapel Hill
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Check out the climate of Chapel Hill for all months and discover the best travel time
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in March in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in March in Chapel Hill
Temperature in March in Chapel Hill over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in March in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in March in Chapel Hill
Total precipitation in March in Chapel Hill over the years
Daily Snowfall in March in Chapel Hill
Snowfall in March in Chapel Hill per year
Daily UV index in March in Chapel Hill
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Chapel Hill, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in March in Chapel Hill
Have you been to Chapel Hill in March?
Share your weather experience in March in Chapel Hill.
Average weather in Chapel Hill by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Chapel Hill. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.