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United StatesThe weather in March in Raleigh
It's cool to moderate in March in Raleigh with an average temperature of 18°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 12°C to a high of 23°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 2°C and 12°C.
Looking for sun? March isn’t a good month to be in Raleigh. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in March for Raleigh, 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 31°C in 2020, Raleigh 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.
Rainfall amount
In March, there is an average of 208 mm of precipitation, spread over 19 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in March for Raleigh
Click on any day in March to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Raleigh. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
March weather comparison
| Raleigh | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 18°C | 11°C |
| Max. temperature | 23°C | 14°C |
| Min. temperature | 2°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 208 mm | 63 mm |
| Rainy days | 19 days | 10 days |
Start of March
The month of March starts in Raleigh with cool temps, averaging around 17°C during the day and nights around 5°C.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps rise to around 18°C, with nights around 7°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Raleigh is around 20°C, while nighttime temps are about 9°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 4 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in March in Raleigh, 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 Raleigh
Temperature in March in Raleigh over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in March in Raleigh, 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 Raleigh
Total precipitation in March in Raleigh over the years
Daily UV index in March in Raleigh
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Raleigh, 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.
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Average weather in Raleigh by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Raleigh. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.