March weather forecastEmporia, VA
March
Weather in March
March signals the arrival of spring in Emporia, Virginia, with average high temperatures dipping to a pleasant 57.7°F (14.3°C) and average lows to a comfortable 40.3°F (4.6°C). The amount of rainfall stands at 2.8" (71mm), equal to the preceding month but distributed over more days, marking 16 rainy days. March has an extended daylight duration, with an average of 12 hours per day. With the arrival of spring, residents enjoy longer daylight hours, mild temperatures, and the rejuvenating sight of blooming flowers. Outdoor events and garden picnics are common enjoyments in this month.Temperature
March's arrival brings a modest temperature shift, moving from a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) in February to a moderate 57.7°F (14.3°C). In March, the average low-temperature is an icy 40.3°F (4.6°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Emporia is 75%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 16 days. Throughout March, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Emporia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.6 days and collects up to 32.09" (815mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.9 snowfall days, in March, Emporia aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Emporia, there are 6.5 snowfall days, and 4.06" (103mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:05 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Emporia, the average sunshine in March is 6.9h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Emporia is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 4 in March translates into these instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Emporia, VA
- Average high temperature in March: 57.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.2°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 40.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Emporia, 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).
Average wind speed in March
Emporia, 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 (5.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Emporia, VA
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, April, July and November (74%).
Average rainfall in March
Emporia, VA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.8"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.89").
Average rainfall days in March
Emporia, VA
- Average rainfall days in March: 16 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).
Average snowfall in March
Emporia, VA
- Average snowfall in March: 0.55"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Emporia, VA
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.9 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.3 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
Emporia, 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 54min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Emporia, VA
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).
Average UV index in March
Emporia, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Emporia, VA
- Average cloud cover in March: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Emporia, VA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
