March weather forecast
Loretto, VA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Loretto, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 53.8°F (12.1°C) and min 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

March's onset is marked by a subtle temperature increase, moving from a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C) in February to a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C). Loretto experiences an average low-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C) in month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Loretto is 74%.

Rainfall

In March, in Loretto, the rain falls for 14.6 days. Throughout March, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.1 rainfall days, and 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Loretto. In Loretto, Virginia, in March, during 1.9 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Loretto, there are 12 snowfall days, and 6.73" (171mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Loretto is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Loretto, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:30 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 Loretto, the average sunshine in March is 6.8h.

UV index

In Loretto, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Loretto in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 53.8°F (12.1°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Loretto?

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Loretto?

In Loretto, Virginia, in March, it is raining for 14.6 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Loretto in March?

In March, it is snowing for 1.9 days. Throughout March, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Loretto have in March?

The average day length in March in Loretto is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Loretto?

On the first day of March in Loretto, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.

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

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

In Loretto, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in March in Loretto?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Loretto, Virginia, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Loretto, VA

Average temperature in March - Loretto, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Loretto, VA

Average pressure in March - Loretto, 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
Loretto, VA

Average wind speed in March - Loretto, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Loretto, VA

Average humidity in March - Loretto, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

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

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Average rainfall in March
Loretto, VA

Average rainfall in March - Loretto, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.52"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in March
Loretto, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Loretto, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Loretto, VA

Average snowfall in March - Loretto, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Loretto, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Loretto, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4 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
Loretto, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Loretto, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Loretto, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Loretto, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Loretto, VA

Average UV index in March - Loretto, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Loretto, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Loretto, 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 31).

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Average visibility in March
Loretto, VA

Average visibility in March - Loretto, 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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