March weather forecast
Glen Allen, VA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a mild month in Glen Allen, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55.8°F (13.2°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March sees a slight increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C) to a refreshing 55.8°F (13.2°C). Throughout March, the average low-temperature in Glen Allen dips to an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Glen Allen, during March, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. In Glen Allen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.8 days and collects up to 27.09" (688mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Glen Allen are January through April, November and December. In Glen Allen, Virginia, during March, snow falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow. In Glen Allen, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.7 days and aggregates up to 7.01" (178mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.7h.

UV index

In Glen Allen, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. 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. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Glen Allen?

In Glen Allen, in March, the average high-temperature is 55.8°F (13.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 38.3°F (3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Glen Allen?

In Glen Allen, Virginia, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Glen Allen?

In Glen Allen, in March, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Glen Allen?

In Glen Allen, in March, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Glen Allen have in March?

The average day length in March in Glen Allen, Virginia, is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Glen Allen?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Glen Allen, Virginia, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:32 pm EDT.

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

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Glen Allen?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Glen Allen is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Glen Allen, VA

Average temperature in March - Glen Allen, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Glen Allen, VA

Average pressure in March - Glen Allen, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Glen Allen, VA

Average wind speed in March - Glen Allen, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Glen Allen, VA

Average humidity in March - Glen Allen, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

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Average rainfall in March
Glen Allen, VA

Average rainfall in March - Glen Allen, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in March
Glen Allen, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Glen Allen, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Glen Allen, VA

Average snowfall in March - Glen Allen, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Glen Allen, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Glen Allen, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.8 days

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

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Glen Allen, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Glen Allen, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Glen Allen, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Glen Allen, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Glen Allen, VA

Average UV index in March - Glen Allen, VA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Glen Allen, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Glen Allen, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in March
Glen Allen, VA

Average visibility in March - Glen Allen, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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