Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
March witnesses a minor rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C) in February to a mild 55.6°F (13.1°C). In Columbia, in March, the average low-temperature is a cold 36.9°F (2.7°C).Humidity
In Columbia, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.Rainfall
In Columbia, in March, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Columbia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.4 days and collects up to 25.51" (648mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Columbia, Virginia, in March, during 2.4 snowfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 11.9 snowfall days, and 8.74" (222mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Columbia is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:58 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
The average sunshine in March in Columbia, Virginia, is 6.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Columbia is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the average length of the day in March in Columbia?
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Columbia?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Columbia?
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What is the UV index reading in March in Columbia?
Average temperature in March
Columbia, VA
- Average high temperature in March: 55.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 36.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Columbia, 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
Columbia, VA
- Average wind speed in March: 6.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Columbia, VA
- Average humidity in March: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).
Average rainfall in March
Columbia, VA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.28"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").
Average rainfall days in March
Columbia, VA
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Columbia, VA
- Average snowfall in March: 2.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Columbia, VA
- Average snowfall days in March: 2.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 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
Columbia, 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 36min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Columbia, VA
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.1 days).
Average UV index in March
Columbia, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Columbia, 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 30).
Average visibility in March
Columbia, VA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, September and December (5mi).
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