Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
March brings a slight elevation in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C) to a cool 55°F (12.8°C). The average low-temperature, in March, in Gate City, is a wintry 37°F (2.8°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
In Gate City, in March, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Gate City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186.6 days and collects up to 33.15" (842mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Gate City, Virginia. In March, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout March, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.5 snowfall days, and 13.23" (336mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Gate City, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:52 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 Gate City, the average sunshine in March is 6.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Gate City is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Gate City in March?
What is the average humidity in March in Gate City?
How much does it rain in Gate City in March?
How many days does it snow in March in Gate City?
What is the average length of the day in March in Gate City?
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Gate City?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Gate City?
How many hours of sunshine does Gate City have in March?
How high is the UV index in March in Gate City?
Average temperature in March
Gate City, VA
- Average high temperature in March: 55°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.1°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 37°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Gate City, VA
- Average pressure in March: 30.1"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Gate City, VA
- Average wind speed in March: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Gate City, VA
- Average humidity in March: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August, September and November (75%).
Average rainfall in March
Gate City, VA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.68"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").
Average rainfall days in March
Gate City, VA
- Average rainfall days in March: 17.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Gate City, VA
- Average snowfall in March: 1.34"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Gate City, VA
- Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Gate City, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Gate City, VA
- Average sunshine days in March: 10.8 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.1 days).
Average UV index in March
Gate City, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Gate City, VA
- Average cloud cover in March: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in March
Gate City, VA
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May and December (5mi).
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