March weather forecastDorter Mill, VA
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Dorter Mill, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 55°F (12.8°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).Temperature
In Dorter Mill, the onset of March comes with a modest high-temperature shift, transitioning from February's frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C) to a fresh 55°F (12.8°C). In Dorter Mill, the March nights cool down to an average low of 37°F (2.8°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 78%.Rainfall
In Dorter Mill, Virginia, during March, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. In Dorter Mill, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186.6 days and collects up to 33.15" (842mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Dorter Mill, in March, during 4.3 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Dorter Mill, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.5 days and aggregates up to 13.23" (336mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:51 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 Dorter Mill, the average sunshine in March is 6.8h.UV index
In Dorter Mill, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Dorter Mill, VA
- Average high temperature in March: 55°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.1°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 37°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Dorter Mill, VA
- Average pressure in March: 30.1"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Dorter Mill, VA
- Average wind speed in March: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Dorter Mill, VA
- Average humidity in March: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August, September and November (75%).
Average rainfall in March
Dorter Mill, VA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.68"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").
Average rainfall days in March
Dorter Mill, VA
- Average rainfall days in March: 17.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Dorter Mill, VA
- Average snowfall in March: 1.34"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Dorter Mill, VA
- Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Dorter Mill, 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: 6h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Dorter Mill, VA
- Average sunshine days in March: 10.8 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.1 days).
Average UV index in March
Dorter Mill, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Dorter Mill, VA
- Average cloud cover in March: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in March
Dorter Mill, VA
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May and December (5mi).
