March weather forecast
Hanover, VA

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Weather in March

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

Temperature

As February gives way to March, the average high-temperature displays a slight ascent, adjusting from a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C) to a moderate 55.8°F (13.2°C). The average low-temperature in Hanover, Virginia, during March nights is a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Hanover, in March, during 14.5 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hanover, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.8 days and collects up to 27.09" (688mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Hanover, in March, during 1.8 snowfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hanover, there are 11.7 snowfall days, and 7.01" (178mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Hanover is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Hanover, sunrise is at 6:54 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 is 6.7h.

UV index

In Hanover, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Hanover?

In Hanover, 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 Hanover?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Hanover?

In March, in Hanover, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout March, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Hanover in March?

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

How many hours of daylight does Hanover have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Hanover?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Hanover, Virginia, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

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

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

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

How high is the UV index in March in Hanover?

In Hanover, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Hanover, VA

Average temperature in March - Hanover, 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
Hanover, VA

Average pressure in March - Hanover, 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
Hanover, VA

Average wind speed in March - Hanover, 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
Hanover, VA

Average humidity in March - Hanover, 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
Hanover, VA

Average rainfall in March - Hanover, 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
Hanover, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Hanover, 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
Hanover, VA

Average snowfall in March - Hanover, 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
Hanover, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Hanover, 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
Hanover, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hanover, 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
Hanover, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Hanover, 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
Hanover, VA

Average UV index in March - Hanover, 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
Hanover, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Hanover, 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
Hanover, VA

Average visibility in March - Hanover, 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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