March weather forecast
Marion, VA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Marion, is a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 33.1°F (0.6°C) and 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March is marked by a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C) to a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C). The average temperature drops to an icy 33.1°F (0.6°C) during the night in the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In March, in Marion, the rain falls for 15.4 days. Throughout March, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Marion, during the entire year, the rain falls for 191 days and collects up to 30.87" (784mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Marion, during March, snow falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow. In Marion, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.6 days and aggregates up to 18.66" (474mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:47 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 Marion is 6.3h.

UV index

In Marion, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Marion in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Marion, records 51.1°F (10.6°C), while the low-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Marion?

In Marion, Virginia, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in Marion in March?

In Marion, in March, during 15.4 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Marion in March?

In Marion, Virginia, in March, during 5.3 snowfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Marion have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Marion?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Marion, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:47 pm EDT.

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

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 Marion?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Marion is 6.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Marion?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Marion, VA

Average temperature in March - Marion, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Marion, VA

Average pressure in March - Marion, VA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Marion, VA

Average wind speed in March - Marion, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Marion, VA

Average humidity in March - Marion, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Marion, VA

Average rainfall in March - Marion, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in March
Marion, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Marion, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Marion, VA

Average snowfall in March - Marion, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Marion, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Marion, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Marion, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Marion, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Marion, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Marion, VA

Average UV index in March - Marion, VA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Marion, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Marion, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in March
Marion, VA

Average visibility in March - Marion, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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