March weather forecastFairfield, VA
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Fairfield, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 53.2°F (11.8°C) and min 34.2°F (1.2°C).Temperature
The shift into March is marked by a modest rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C). Fairfield's nights in March cool down to an average low-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Fairfield is 76%.Rainfall
In Fairfield, during March, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. In Fairfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.4 days and collects up to 23.86" (606mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Fairfield, Virginia, are January through April, November and December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.9 days and accumulates 2.2" (56mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:39 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 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Fairfield, VA
- Average high temperature in March: 53.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 34.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).
Average pressure in March
Fairfield, VA
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Fairfield, VA
- Average wind speed in March: 6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).
Average humidity in March
Fairfield, VA
- Average humidity in March: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).
Average rainfall in March
Fairfield, VA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.73"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").
Average rainfall days in March
Fairfield, VA
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Fairfield, VA
- Average snowfall in March: 2.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Fairfield, VA
- Average snowfall days in March: 2.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Fairfield, VA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Fairfield, VA
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Fairfield, 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
Fairfield, 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 30).
Average visibility in March
Fairfield, VA
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are June, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October and December (5mi).
