March weather forecast
Mountcastle, VA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Mountcastle, is a mild month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average high of 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

March's arrival brings a slight change in high-temperatures, adjusting from a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C) in February to a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C). An average nighttime temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) is recorded during March.

Humidity

In Mountcastle, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Mountcastle, in March, it is raining for 15.1 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 166.1 rainfall days, and 33.27" (845mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Mountcastle. In Mountcastle, in March, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow. In Mountcastle, Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.3 days and aggregates up to 5.71" (145mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Mountcastle, Virginia, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Mountcastle, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 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 March, the average sunshine in Mountcastle is 6.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Mountcastle, Virginia, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March translates into these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Mountcastle in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Mountcastle, is 55.9°F (13.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Mountcastle?

The average relative humidity in March in Mountcastle is 76%.

How much does it rain in Mountcastle in March?

In Mountcastle, in March, it is raining for 15.1 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Mountcastle in March?

In Mountcastle, in March, during 1.8 snowfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Mountcastle?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Mountcastle?

On the first day of March in Mountcastle, Virginia, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Mountcastle is 6.7h.

How high is the UV index in March in Mountcastle?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Mountcastle, VA

Average temperature in March - Mountcastle, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.8°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 (30.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Mountcastle, VA

Average pressure in March - Mountcastle, 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
Mountcastle, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Mountcastle, VA

Average humidity in March - Mountcastle, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Mountcastle, VA

Average rainfall in March - Mountcastle, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in March
Mountcastle, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Mountcastle, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (10.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Mountcastle, VA

Average snowfall in March - Mountcastle, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Mountcastle, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Mountcastle, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 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
Mountcastle, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mountcastle, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Mountcastle, VA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Mountcastle, VA

Average UV index in March - Mountcastle, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Mountcastle, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Mountcastle, 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 33).

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Average visibility in March
Mountcastle, VA

Average visibility in March - Mountcastle, 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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