March weather forecastCastle Heights, VA
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a mild month in Castle Heights, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 57.7°F (14.3°C) and min 39.9°F (4.4°C).Temperature
A slight uplift of average high-temperatures is noted in March, with temperatures adjusting from a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C) in February to a mild 57.7°F (14.3°C). During the nights in March, Castle Heights experiences a consistent average temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Castle Heights is 75%.Rainfall
In Castle Heights, in March, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Castle Heights, there are 144.4 rainfall days, and 21.3" (541mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows in Castle Heights. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Castle Heights aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Castle Heights, Virginia, there are 6.3 snowfall days, and 3.74" (95mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Castle Heights, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:34 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 Castle Heights, the average sunshine in March is 7h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In March, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Castle Heights, VA
- Average high temperature in March: 57.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 39.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).
Average pressure in March
Castle Heights, VA
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Castle Heights, VA
- Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in March
Castle Heights, VA
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Castle Heights, VA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.93"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").
Average rainfall days in March
Castle Heights, VA
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Castle Heights, VA
- Average snowfall in March: 0.51"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Castle Heights, VA
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Castle Heights, VA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in March: 7h and 0min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Castle Heights, VA
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12 days).
Average UV index in March
Castle Heights, VA
- Average UV index in March: 4
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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Castle Heights, VA
- Average cloud cover in March: 43
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Castle Heights, 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).
