March weather forecast
Hillsboro, VA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Hillsboro, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 34.3°F (1.3°C) and max 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of March brings a minor temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C) in February to a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C). Hillsboro sees an average low-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C) during March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Hillsboro, in March, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hillsboro, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.2 days and collects up to 31.1" (790mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In March, in Hillsboro, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout March, 4.02" (102mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 21.9 snowfall days, and 14.88" (378mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Hillsboro is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:34 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 March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Hillsboro?

During March, Hillsboro experiences an average high-temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C) and a low-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Hillsboro?

The average relative humidity in March in Hillsboro, Virginia, is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Hillsboro?

In March, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout March, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Hillsboro?

In March, in Hillsboro, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout March, 4.02" (102mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Hillsboro have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Hillsboro?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:34 pm EDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March in Hillsboro?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.7h.

How high is the UV index in March in Hillsboro?

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

Average temperature in March - Hillsboro, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Hillsboro, VA

Average pressure in March - Hillsboro, 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
Hillsboro, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Hillsboro, VA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Hillsboro, VA

Average rainfall in March - Hillsboro, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and August (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in March
Hillsboro, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Hillsboro, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Hillsboro, VA

Average snowfall in March - Hillsboro, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Hillsboro, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Hillsboro, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 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
Hillsboro, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Hillsboro, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Hillsboro, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Hillsboro, VA

Average UV index in March - Hillsboro, 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
Hillsboro, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Hillsboro, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Hillsboro, VA

Average visibility in March - Hillsboro, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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