March weather forecast
Blue Ridge, VA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Blue Ridge, is a cool month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 35.4°F (1.9°C) and an average high of 53.6°F (12°C).

Temperature

Observing a minor shift, the average high-temperature during March adjusts from February's chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C) to a cool 53.6°F (12°C). Blue Ridge, during the month of March, experiences an average low-temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout March, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Blue Ridge, Virginia, there are 134.1 rainfall days, and 14.76" (375mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Blue Ridge, during March, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Blue Ridge, there are 13.8 snowfall days, and 5.51" (140mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Blue Ridge, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Blue Ridge, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:13 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:41 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 March, the average sunshine in Blue Ridge is 7h.

UV index

In Blue Ridge, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Blue Ridge?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Blue Ridge during March are 53.6°F (12°C) and 35.4°F (1.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Blue Ridge?

In Blue Ridge, Virginia, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March in Blue Ridge?

In Blue Ridge, Virginia, in March, during 11.5 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Blue Ridge?

In March, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout March, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Blue Ridge have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Blue Ridge?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:13 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:41 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Blue Ridge is 7h.

How high is the UV index in March in Blue Ridge?

In Blue Ridge, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Blue Ridge, VA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Blue Ridge, VA

Average pressure in March - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Blue Ridge, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Blue Ridge, VA

Average humidity in March - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Blue Ridge, VA

Average rainfall in March - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in March
Blue Ridge, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Blue Ridge, VA

Average snowfall in March - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Blue Ridge, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 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
Blue Ridge, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Blue Ridge, 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: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Blue Ridge, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Blue Ridge, VA

Average UV index in March - Blue Ridge, 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
Blue Ridge, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Blue Ridge, VA

Average visibility in March - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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