March weather forecast
Ashland, VA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a moderate month in Ashland, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 55.8°F (13.2°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

With the transition into March, Ashland experiences a subtle uplift in average high-temperatures, adjusting from a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C) in February to a moderate 55.8°F (13.2°C). Throughout March, a steady low-temperature average of 38.3°F (3.5°C) is noted.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In March, in Ashland, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout March, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ashland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.8 days and collects up to 27.09" (688mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Ashland. In Ashland, in March, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.5" (38mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Ashland, Virginia, there are 11.7 snowfall days, and 7.01" (178mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Ashland is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Ashland, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:32 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 Ashland, the average sunshine in March is 6.7h.

UV index

In Ashland, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ashland in March?

The high-temperature in Ashland during March is 55.8°F (13.2°C) and the low-temperature is 38.3°F (3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Ashland?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Ashland?

In March, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout March, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Ashland?

In March, in Ashland, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout March, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Ashland have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Ashland?

On the first day of March in Ashland, Virginia, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:32 pm EDT.

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

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 Ashland?

In Ashland, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Ashland?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Ashland, Virginia, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Ashland, VA

Average temperature in March - Ashland, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Ashland, VA

Average pressure in March - Ashland, 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
Ashland, VA

Average wind speed in March - Ashland, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Ashland, VA

Average humidity in March - Ashland, 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 (69%).

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Average rainfall in March
Ashland, VA

Average rainfall in March - Ashland, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in March
Ashland, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Ashland, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Ashland, VA

Average snowfall in March - Ashland, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Ashland, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Ashland, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.8 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.8 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
Ashland, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ashland, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Ashland, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Ashland, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Ashland, VA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Ashland, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Ashland, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in March
Ashland, VA

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

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

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