March weather forecastDumfries, VA

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Dumfries, is a fresh month, with an average temperature ranging between max 54.1°F (12.3°C) and min 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Dumfries experiences a subtle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a frosty 46°F (7.8°C) in February to a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C). During March, the average low-temperature is recorded at a cold 37°F (2.8°C).

Humidity

In Dumfries, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Dumfries, in March, during 14.2 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dumfries, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.6 days and collects up to 31.61" (803mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Dumfries, in March, snow falls for 2.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.85" (47mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13.5 snowfall days, and 8.23" (209mm) 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 6:40 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:32 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 Dumfries, the average sunshine in March is 6.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in March leads to these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

Dumfries in March has an average high-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C).

In Dumfries, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

In Dumfries, during March, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

In March, it is snowing for 2.4 days. Throughout March, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated.

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:32 pm EDT.

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

In Dumfries, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.7h.

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Dumfries, VA

  • Average high temperature in March: 54.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Dumfries, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Dumfries, VA

  • Average wind speed in March: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Dumfries, VA

  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, April and July (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Dumfries, VA

  • Average rainfall in March: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").

Average rainfall days in March
Dumfries, VA

  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Dumfries, VA

  • Average snowfall in March: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Dumfries, VA

  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 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
Dumfries, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Dumfries, VA

  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Dumfries, 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).

Average cloud cover in March
Dumfries, VA

  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Dumfries, VA

  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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