March weather forecast
Cardinal Forest, VA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Cardinal Forest, is a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Temperature

Cardinal Forest in March observes a minor temperature shift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C) in February to a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C). In Cardinal Forest, March nights witness a steady temperature drop to an icy 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Humidity

In Cardinal Forest, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In Cardinal Forest, in March, during 14.5 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cardinal Forest, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.5 days and collects up to 32.76" (832mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Cardinal Forest, Virginia, in March, during 2.9 snowfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Cardinal Forest, Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.2 days and aggregates up to 10.79" (274mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Cardinal Forest is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Cardinal Forest, Virginia, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 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

In March, the average sunshine in Cardinal Forest is 7h.

UV index

In Cardinal Forest, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March translates into these guidelines:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Cardinal Forest?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Cardinal Forest, is 52.9°F (11.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 36.7°F (2.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Cardinal Forest?

In March, the average relative humidity in Cardinal Forest is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March in Cardinal Forest?

In March, in Cardinal Forest, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout March, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Cardinal Forest in March?

In Cardinal Forest, in March, during 2.9 snowfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Cardinal Forest have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Cardinal Forest?

On the first day of March in Cardinal Forest, Virginia, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Cardinal Forest, Virginia, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Cardinal Forest have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Cardinal Forest is 7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Cardinal Forest?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Cardinal Forest is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average temperature in March - Cardinal Forest, 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).

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Average pressure in March
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average pressure in March - Cardinal Forest, 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
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average wind speed in March - Cardinal Forest, 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).

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Average humidity in March
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average humidity in March - Cardinal Forest, 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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average rainfall in March - Cardinal Forest, 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").

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Average rainfall days in March
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Cardinal Forest, 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).

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Average snowfall in March
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average snowfall in March - Cardinal Forest, 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").

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Average snowfall days in March
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Cardinal Forest, 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).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cardinal Forest, 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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Cardinal Forest, 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).

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Average UV index in March
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average UV index in March - Cardinal Forest, 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
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Cardinal Forest, 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).

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Average visibility in March
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average visibility in March - Cardinal Forest, 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).

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