March weather forecast
Appalachia, VA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Appalachia, is a fresh month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 53.6°F (12°C) and an average low of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

As February transitions into March, a subtle temperature shift is observed, with average highs adjusting from a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C) to a fresh 53.6°F (12°C). Appalachia, in March, observes a steady average low-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

In Appalachia, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Appalachia, during March, the rain falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Appalachia, there are 200.2 rainfall days, and 40.87" (1038mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Appalachia. In March, it is snowing for 5.4 days. Throughout March, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is accumulated. In Appalachia, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.8 days and aggregates up to 18.86" (479mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Appalachia is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Appalachia, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:53 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 is 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following instructions:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Appalachia in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Appalachia, is 53.6°F (12°C), while the low-temperature averages to 36.1°F (2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Appalachia?

In March, the average relative humidity in Appalachia, Virginia, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Appalachia?

In Appalachia, during March, the rain falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Appalachia?

In Appalachia, Virginia, in March, during 5.4 snowfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Appalachia have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Appalachia?

On the first day of March in Appalachia, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:53 pm EDT.

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

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 many hours of sunshine does Appalachia have in March?

In Appalachia, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Appalachia?

In Appalachia, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Appalachia, VA

Average temperature in March - Appalachia, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.1°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 (26.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Appalachia, VA

Average pressure in March - Appalachia, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Appalachia, VA

Average wind speed in March - Appalachia, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Appalachia, VA

Average humidity in March - Appalachia, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
Appalachia, VA

Average rainfall in March - Appalachia, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.44").

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Average rainfall days in March
Appalachia, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Appalachia, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 18.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Appalachia, VA

Average snowfall in March - Appalachia, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Appalachia, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Appalachia, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Appalachia, VA

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

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Appalachia, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Appalachia, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Appalachia, VA

Average UV index in March - Appalachia, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Appalachia, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Appalachia, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in March
Appalachia, VA

Average visibility in March - Appalachia, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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