March weather forecast
Elk Creek, VA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Elk Creek, is a fresh month, with an average temperature ranging between min 35.4°F (1.9°C) and max 52.5°F (11.4°C).

Temperature

March signals a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) to a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C). Elk Creek's average low-temperature in the month of March is recorded at an icy 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Humidity

In Elk Creek, Virginia, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout March, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168.7 rainfall days, and 31.81" (808mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Elk Creek, in March, during 3.8 snowfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Elk Creek, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.8 days and aggregates up to 16.14" (410mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Elk Creek, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:46 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

The average sunshine in March in Elk Creek is 7h.

UV index

In Elk Creek, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Elk Creek?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Elk Creek, is 52.5°F (11.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 35.4°F (1.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Elk Creek?

In March, the average relative humidity in Elk Creek, Virginia, is 77%.

How much does it rain in Elk Creek in March?

In March, in Elk Creek, Virginia, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout March, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Elk Creek in March?

In March, in Elk Creek, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout March, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Elk Creek?

The average day length in March in Elk Creek, Virginia, is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Elk Creek?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:46 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Elk Creek?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Elk Creek, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Elk Creek have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Elk Creek?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Elk Creek is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Elk Creek, VA

Average temperature in March - Elk Creek, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Elk Creek, VA

Average pressure in March - Elk Creek, VA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Elk Creek, VA

Average wind speed in March - Elk Creek, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Elk Creek, VA

Average humidity in March - Elk Creek, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, September and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Elk Creek, VA

Average rainfall in March - Elk Creek, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in March
Elk Creek, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Elk Creek, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Elk Creek, VA

Average snowfall in March - Elk Creek, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Elk Creek, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Elk Creek, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Elk Creek, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Elk Creek, VA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Elk Creek, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Elk Creek, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Elk Creek, VA

Average UV index in March - Elk Creek, VA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Elk Creek, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Elk Creek, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Elk Creek, VA

Average visibility in March - Elk Creek, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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