March weather forecastBurke, VA
March
Weather in March
March signifies the onset of spring, as Burke, Virginia basks in milder temperatures and longer hours of daylight. It bears witness to a surge in rainfall, leading to an upswing in humidity, contributing to increased moisture in the local weather. Even though winter recedes, snowfall persists, albeit much lower than previous winter months. This period symbolizes a time of change as days become longer and the landscape begins to shed its winter veil.Temperature
With the transition into March, Burke experiences a subtle uplift in average high-temperatures, adjusting from a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C) in February to a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C). Burke's March nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Burke, Virginia, is 73%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout March, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Burke, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.5 days and collects up to 32.76" (832mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Burke are January through April, November and December. In Burke, Virginia, in March, snow falls for 2.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.76" (70mm) of snow. In Burke, Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.2 days and aggregates up to 10.79" (274mm) 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 6:40 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 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 Burke, Virginia, the average sunshine in March is 7h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Burke, Virginia, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Burke, VA
- Average high temperature in March: 52.9°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 (40.5°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 36.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Burke, 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
Burke, VA
- Average wind speed in March: 7.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Burke, VA
- Average humidity in March: 73%
The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Burke, VA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.52"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.09").
Average rainfall days in March
Burke, VA
- Average rainfall days in March: 14.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Burke, VA
- Average snowfall in March: 2.76"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Burke, VA
- Average snowfall days in March: 2.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Burke, 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: 7h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in March
Burke, VA
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.5 days).
Average UV index in March
Burke, 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
Burke, 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 30).
Average visibility in March
Burke, 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).
