March weather forecastBrightwood, VA
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Brightwood, is a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 53.8°F (12.1°C).Temperature
The embrace of March brings a minor uplift in the average high-temperature, shifting from a chilly 46°F (7.8°C) in February to a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C). Throughout March, the temperature tends to fall to a consistent average low of 35.2°F (1.8°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 74%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout March, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Brightwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.4 days and collects up to 25.08" (637mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Brightwood, in March, during 2.7 snowfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Brightwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.4 days and aggregates up to 9.17" (233mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:35 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 is 6.8h.UV index
In Brightwood, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Brightwood, VA
- Average high temperature in March: 53.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.4°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 35.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Brightwood, 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).
Average wind speed in March
Brightwood, VA
- Average wind speed in March: 6.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Brightwood, VA
- Average humidity in March: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).
Average rainfall in March
Brightwood, VA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.46").
Average rainfall days in March
Brightwood, VA
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Brightwood, VA
- Average snowfall in March: 1.97"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Brightwood, VA
- Average snowfall days in March: 2.7 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Brightwood, VA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 48min
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).
Average sunshine days in March
Brightwood, VA
- Average sunshine days in March: 15 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).
Average UV index in March
Brightwood, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Brightwood, 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 31).
Average visibility in March
Brightwood, VA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).
