Durham weather in March (North Carolina, United States of America)

Wondering what the weather is like in Durham during March? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

In March, the weather in Durham generally includes moderate temperatures and high rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 17°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 3°C.

Precipitation

Durham in March usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 100 mm for the month. Expect around 10 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 228 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm April and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Durham climate page with graphs.

 

Durham, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 17°C  

Chance of Rain 33%  

Precipitation 100 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 63% *  

Sunshine 228 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 62% *  

Data from: Raleigh, the United States of America (33 KM, 20 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in March

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Durham, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Durham.

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