March weather forecast
Ashburn, VA

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Weather in March

March signals the beginning of spring in Ashburn, with noticeable changes in weather patterns from February to April. The transition from winter can be appreciated with a temperature increase from February and lesser snowfall days. With a relative humidity level comparable to January and February, the pressure in the air stands steady at 30.08" (764mm). As a precursor to summer, March also witnesses an increase in daylight hours.

Temperature

March signals a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C) to a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C). In the month of March, Ashburn experiences an average low-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Ashburn, in March, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ashburn, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.1 days and collects up to 31.46" (799mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Ashburn. In Ashburn, in March, during 3 snowfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Ashburn, Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.7 days and aggregates up to 12.28" (312mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Ashburn is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:33 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 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Ashburn, Virginia, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March leads to these instructions:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Ashburn?

The high-temperature, in March, in Ashburn, records 52.5°F (11.4°C), while the low-temperature is 35.6°F (2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Ashburn?

In Ashburn, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Ashburn?

In Ashburn, in March, during 13 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Ashburn?

In Ashburn, Virginia, during March, snow falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Ashburn?

In Ashburn, Virginia, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Ashburn?

On the first day of March in Ashburn, Virginia, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:33 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Ashburn, Virginia, 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 Ashburn?

In Ashburn, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Ashburn?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Ashburn, VA

Average pressure in March - Ashburn, VA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Ashburn, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Ashburn, VA

Average humidity in March - Ashburn, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
Ashburn, VA

Average rainfall in March - Ashburn, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in March
Ashburn, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Ashburn, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Ashburn, VA

Average snowfall in March - Ashburn, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Ashburn, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Ashburn, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Ashburn, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Ashburn, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Ashburn, VA

Average UV index in March - Ashburn, VA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Ashburn, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Ashburn, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Ashburn, VA

Average visibility in March - Ashburn, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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