March weather forecast
Forest, VA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Forest, is a moderate month, with an average temperature varying between 37°F (2.8°C) and 55.8°F (13.2°C).

Temperature

The start of March brings a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C) in February to a refreshing 55.8°F (13.2°C). The average low-temperature during March nights is a cold 37°F (2.8°C).

Humidity

In Forest, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Forest, during March, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation. In Forest, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143 days and collects up to 23.03" (585mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Forest, during March, snow falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Forest, there are 11.9 snowfall days, and 7.56" (192mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Forest is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Forest, 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 7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Forest is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Forest?

In Forest, 55.8°F (13.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 37°F (2.8°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Forest?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in Forest in March?

In Forest, Virginia, during March, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Forest?

In March, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout March, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Forest?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Forest?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Forest, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Forest, 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 Forest?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7h.

How high is the UV index in March in Forest?

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

Average temperature in March - Forest, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.8°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 (42.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Forest, VA

Average pressure in March - Forest, VA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Forest, VA

Average wind speed in March - Forest, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Forest, VA

Average humidity in March - Forest, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
Forest, VA

Average rainfall in March - Forest, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.6").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in March
Forest, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Forest, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Forest, VA

Average snowfall in March - Forest, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Forest, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Forest, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Forest, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Forest, 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: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Forest, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Forest, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Forest, VA

Average UV index in March - Forest, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Forest, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Forest, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in March
Forest, VA

Average visibility in March - Forest, 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).

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