March weather forecast
New Castle, VA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in New Castle, is a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Temperature

Entering March, New Castle notices a subtle temperature elevation, with the average high-temperature advancing from February's frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C) to a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C). In March, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in New Castle, Virginia, is 76%.

Rainfall

In New Castle, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in New Castle, there are 145.5 rainfall days, and 25.04" (636mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in New Castle is March, when snow falls for 2.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in New Castle is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:14 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:42 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 6.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. 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 average March temperature in New Castle?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in New Castle during March are 53.8°F (12.1°C) and 35.4°F (1.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in New Castle?

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

How much does it rain in New Castle in March?

In New Castle, Virginia, in March, during 12.3 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in New Castle?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.7 days and accumulates 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in New Castle?

In New Castle, Virginia, in March, during 2.7 snowfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does New Castle have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in New Castle?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:14 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in New Castle, Virginia, 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 New Castle?

In March, the average sunshine duration in New Castle, Virginia, is 6.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March in New Castle?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in New Castle is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
New Castle, VA

Average temperature in March - New Castle, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.8°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 (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
New Castle, VA

Average pressure in March - New Castle, VA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
New Castle, VA

Average wind speed in March - New Castle, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
New Castle, VA

Average humidity in March - New Castle, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
New Castle, VA

Average rainfall in March - New Castle, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in March
New Castle, VA

Average rainfall days in March - New Castle, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
New Castle, VA

Average snowfall in March - New Castle, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
New Castle, VA

Average snowfall days in March - New Castle, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 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
New Castle, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - New Castle, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
New Castle, VA

Average sunshine days in March - New Castle, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
New Castle, VA

Average UV index in March - New Castle, 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
New Castle, VA

Average cloud cover in March - New Castle, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
New Castle, VA

Average visibility in March - New Castle, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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