March weather forecast
Commonwealth, VA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Commonwealth, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 53.8°F (12.1°C) and min 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March introduces a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C) to a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C). Throughout March nights, Commonwealth experiences a consistent temperature average of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Commonwealth, in March, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Commonwealth, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.9 days and collects up to 27.99" (711mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. March is the month with the most snowfall in Commonwealth. Snow falls for 3.2 days and accumulates 3.07" (78mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Commonwealth is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:07 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:36 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 Commonwealth is 6.8h.

UV index

In Commonwealth, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Commonwealth in March?

In Commonwealth, 53.8°F (12.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 35.2°F (1.8°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Commonwealth?

In Commonwealth, Virginia, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Commonwealth?

In Commonwealth, Virginia, during March, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Commonwealth?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 3.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Commonwealth in March?

In March, in Commonwealth, it is snowing for 3.2 days. Throughout March, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Commonwealth?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Commonwealth?

On the first day of March in Commonwealth, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:07 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:36 pm EDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March in Commonwealth?

The average sunshine duration in March in Commonwealth, Virginia, is 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Commonwealth?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Commonwealth, Virginia, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Commonwealth, VA

Average temperature in March - Commonwealth, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Commonwealth, VA

Average pressure in March - Commonwealth, 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 (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Commonwealth, VA

Average wind speed in March - Commonwealth, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Commonwealth, VA

Average humidity in March - Commonwealth, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September, October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Commonwealth, VA

Average rainfall in March - Commonwealth, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.28"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in March
Commonwealth, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Commonwealth, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Commonwealth, VA

Average snowfall in March - Commonwealth, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Commonwealth, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Commonwealth, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Commonwealth, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Commonwealth, 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 36min).

  • 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 January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Commonwealth, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Commonwealth, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Commonwealth, VA

Average UV index in March - Commonwealth, 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
Commonwealth, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Commonwealth, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

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

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Average visibility in March
Commonwealth, VA

Average visibility in March - Commonwealth, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September, October and December (5mi).

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