March weather forecast
Kannapolis, NC

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Weather in March

The weather in Kannapolis in March demonstrates clear signs of the upcoming spring. The temperatures start to climb, making the weather more bearable. The maximum temperature reaches 59.5°F (15.3°C), a noticeable improvement over the previous two months. Daylight hours extend, offering the city more hours of sunshine. The month maintains February's low wind speeds, ensuring the warmer temperatures are not offset by cold winds.

Temperature

The transition from February to March brings a subtle temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) to a mild 59.5°F (15.3°C). During March, Kannapolis records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Kannapolis, during March, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kannapolis, there are 127.2 rainfall days, and 13.31" (338mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in March, Kannapolis aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Kannapolis, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.3 days and aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:18 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:43 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 Kannapolis, the average sunshine in March is 7h.

UV index

In Kannapolis, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

In Kannapolis, 59.5°F (15.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 41.4°F (5.2°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Kannapolis, North Carolina, in March, during 10.4 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in March, Kannapolis aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:18 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:43 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 Kannapolis, the average sunshine duration in March is 7h.

How high is the UV index in March in Kannapolis?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Kannapolis, NC

Average temperature in March - Kannapolis, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 59.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 41.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Kannapolis, NC

Average pressure in March - Kannapolis, NC
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Kannapolis, NC

Average wind speed in March - Kannapolis, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Kannapolis, NC

Average humidity in March - Kannapolis, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Kannapolis, NC

Average rainfall in March - Kannapolis, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.79").

Average rainfall days in March
Kannapolis, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Kannapolis, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Kannapolis, NC

Average snowfall in March - Kannapolis, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Kannapolis, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Kannapolis, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Kannapolis, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Kannapolis, NC
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Kannapolis, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Kannapolis, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Kannapolis, NC

Average UV index in March - Kannapolis, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Kannapolis, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Kannapolis, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Kannapolis, NC

Average visibility in March - Kannapolis, 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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