March weather forecast
Colonial Heights, VA

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Weather in March

Moving forward to March, Colonial Heights experiences transitions from the winter to the spring season. The warming trend established in February continues, with the city experiencing increased daylight hours, leading to an overall increase in temperature. March hosts a rather comfortable high temperature of 56.5°F (13.6°C). Concurrently, the number of days with precipitation also increases, reflecting the March idiom "In like a lion, out like a lamb." Despite this, Virginians in Colonial Heights generally look forward to March for its weather change, welcoming the warmer spring season.

Temperature

With the onset of March, Colonial Heights's average high-temperature experiences a slight rise, moving from February's fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C) to a moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C). Throughout March, the temperature in Colonial Heights, Virginia, falls to an average low of 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Humidity

In Colonial Heights, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Colonial Heights, Virginia, during March, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Colonial Heights, there are 109.6 rainfall days, and 9.96" (253mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Colonial Heights are January through April, November and December. In Colonial Heights, during March, snow falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Colonial Heights, there are 5.5 snowfall days, and 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Colonial Heights, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during March morphs into the following directions:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Colonial Heights in March?

During March, Colonial Heights experiences an average high-temperature of 56.5°F (13.6°C) and a low-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Colonial Heights?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Colonial Heights?

In Colonial Heights, Virginia, in March, during 10 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Colonial Heights in March?

In Colonial Heights, Virginia, in March, snow falls for 0.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Colonial Heights have in March?

In Colonial Heights, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Colonial Heights?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Colonial Heights?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, 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 Colonial Heights have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Colonial Heights?

In Colonial Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Colonial Heights, VA

Average temperature in March - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 56.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 39.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).

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Average pressure in March
Colonial Heights, VA

Average pressure in March - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Colonial Heights, VA

Average wind speed in March - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Colonial Heights, VA

Average humidity in March - Colonial 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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Colonial Heights, VA

Average rainfall in March - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in March
Colonial Heights, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Colonial Heights, VA

Average snowfall in March - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Colonial Heights, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.8 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
Colonial Heights, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Colonial Heights, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Colonial Heights, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Colonial Heights, VA

Average UV index in March - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Colonial Heights, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Colonial Heights, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Colonial Heights, VA

Average visibility in March - Colonial Heights, 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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