March weather forecast
Gunston Heights, VA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Gunston Heights, is a cool month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 53.2°F (11.8°C) and an average low of 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

March's arrival coincides with a subtle temperature rise, moving from February's chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C) to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C). An average low-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) is expected in Gunston Heights during March.

Humidity

In Gunston Heights, Virginia, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In Gunston Heights, in March, during 14.8 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gunston Heights, there are 164.3 rainfall days, and 32.32" (821mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Gunston Heights are January through April and December. In Gunston Heights, during March, snow falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 14.6 snowfall days, and 7.8" (198mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Gunston Heights, Virginia, is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Gunston Heights, sunrise is at 6:53 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 March, the average sunshine in Gunston Heights is 6.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Gunston Heights is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in March translates into this advice:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Gunston Heights in March?

Gunston Heights in March has an average high-temperature of 53.2°F (11.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Gunston Heights?

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March in Gunston Heights?

In Gunston Heights, in March, during 14.8 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Gunston Heights in March?

In Gunston Heights, Virginia, during March, snow falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Gunston Heights have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Gunston Heights?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Gunston Heights, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Gunston Heights, Virginia, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Gunston Heights have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Gunston Heights, Virginia, is 6.9h.

How high is the UV index in March in Gunston Heights?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Gunston Heights, VA

Average temperature in March - Gunston Heights, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Gunston Heights, VA

Average pressure in March - Gunston Heights, 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
Gunston Heights, VA

Average wind speed in March - Gunston Heights, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Gunston Heights, VA

Average humidity in March - Gunston Heights, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Gunston Heights, VA

Average rainfall in March - Gunston Heights, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in March
Gunston Heights, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Gunston Heights, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Gunston Heights, VA

Average snowfall in March - Gunston Heights, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Gunston Heights, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Gunston Heights, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 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
Gunston Heights, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Gunston Heights, VA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Gunston Heights, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Gunston Heights, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Gunston Heights, VA

Average UV index in March - Gunston Heights, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Gunston Heights, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Gunston Heights, 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 30).

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Average visibility in March
Gunston Heights, VA

Average visibility in March - Gunston Heights, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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