March weather forecast
Drakes Corner, VA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Drakes Corner, is a moderate month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 57.2°F (14°C) and 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Temperature

Drakes Corner in March denotes a subtle temperature transition, adjusting from an average high of a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) in February to a moderate 57.2°F (14°C). Drakes Corner, during March nights, observes an average temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Humidity

In Drakes Corner, Virginia, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Drakes Corner, Virginia, during March, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. In Drakes Corner, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.1 days and collects up to 33.82" (859mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Drakes Corner. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Drakes Corner aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Drakes Corner, Virginia, there are 6.9 snowfall days, and 3.62" (92mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:29 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 is 6.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in March translates into the following instructions:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Drakes Corner in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Drakes Corner, records 57.2°F (14°C), while the low-temperature is 40.6°F (4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Drakes Corner?

The average relative humidity in March in Drakes Corner, Virginia, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Drakes Corner in March?

In March, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout March, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Drakes Corner?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Drakes Corner aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Drakes Corner?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Drakes Corner?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Drakes Corner, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March in Drakes Corner?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.9h.

How high is the UV index in March in Drakes Corner?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Drakes Corner is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Drakes Corner, VA

Average temperature in March - Drakes Corner, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 57.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Drakes Corner, VA

Average pressure in March - Drakes Corner, 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
Drakes Corner, VA

Average wind speed in March - Drakes Corner, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Drakes Corner, VA

Average humidity in March - Drakes Corner, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (75%).

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Average rainfall in March
Drakes Corner, VA

Average rainfall in March - Drakes Corner, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.28").

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Average rainfall days in March
Drakes Corner, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Drakes Corner, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Drakes Corner, VA

Average snowfall in March - Drakes Corner, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Drakes Corner, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Drakes Corner, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Drakes Corner, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Drakes Corner, 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 5min

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

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Average sunshine days in March
Drakes Corner, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Drakes Corner, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Drakes Corner, VA

Average UV index in March - Drakes Corner, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Drakes Corner, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Drakes Corner, 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
Drakes Corner, VA

Average visibility in March - Drakes Corner, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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