United StatesAverage weather for North Carolina in March
It's cool to moderate in March in North Carolina with an average temperature of 18°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 13°C to a high of 22°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 2°C and 10°C.
Start of March
The month of March starts in North Carolina with cool temps, averaging around 17°C during the day and nights around 4°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps stay steady at around 17°C, with nights around 6°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in North Carolina is around 20°C, while nighttime temps are about 8°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In March, there is an average of 74 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
North Carolina in March |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
18°C | 11°C | |
 Max. temperature |
22°C | 14°C | |
| Min. temperature |
13°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
74 mm | 63 mm | |
| Rainy days |
10 days | 10 days | |
February
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.
Is March a good time to visit North Carolina?
Looking for great weather? March is a good time to be in North Carolina. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 32°C in 2020, North Carolina reached the highest temperature in March over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 2°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -8°C to a highest value of 20°C.
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Daily Temperature in March in North Carolina
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in March for North Carolina, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in March in North Carolina
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in March for North Carolina, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for March, you can expect about 10 days of precipitation in North Carolina.
Daily UV index in March in North Carolina
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in North Carolina, 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.
Temperature in March in North Carolina over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in March in North Carolina, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in March in North Carolina over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in March in North Carolina, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in March for North Carolina
Click on any day in March to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in North Carolina. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in North Carolina by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for North Carolina. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
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