March weather forecast
Bensley, VA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a mild month in Bensley, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 56.1°F (13.4°C) and 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

March's onset brings a subtle temperature rise, moving from a frosty 49.3°F (9.6°C) in February to a mild 56.1°F (13.4°C). Bensley's temperature drops to an average low of 38.8°F (3.8°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Bensley is 74%.

Rainfall

In Bensley, in March, during 14.8 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bensley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.5 days and collects up to 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Bensley, in March, during 1.8 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bensley, there are 10.1 snowfall days, and 7.2" (183mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Bensley is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Bensley, Virginia, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:31 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 6.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during March morphs into the following directions:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Bensley in March?

In Bensley, in March, the average high-temperature is 56.1°F (13.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Bensley?

The average relative humidity in March in Bensley is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Bensley?

In Bensley, Virginia, during March, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Bensley?

In March, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout March, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Bensley have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Bensley?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

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

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 Bensley?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Bensley?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Bensley is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Bensley, VA

Average temperature in March - Bensley, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 56.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Bensley, VA

Average pressure in March - Bensley, 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
Bensley, VA

Average wind speed in March - Bensley, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Bensley, VA

Average humidity in March - Bensley, 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 (68%).

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Average rainfall in March
Bensley, VA

Average rainfall in March - Bensley, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in March
Bensley, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Bensley, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Bensley, VA

Average snowfall in March - Bensley, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Bensley, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 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
Bensley, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Bensley, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Bensley, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Bensley, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Bensley, VA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Bensley, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Bensley, 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 32).

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Average visibility in March
Bensley, VA

Average visibility in March - Bensley, 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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