March weather forecast
Orkney Springs, VA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Orkney Springs, is a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 50°F (10°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C) in February to a cool 50°F (10°C). In Orkney Springs, the nighttime temperature averages to an icy 32.5°F (0.3°C) during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Orkney Springs, during March, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 147.6 rainfall days, and 21.02" (534mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.2 days and accumulates 3.62" (92mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Orkney Springs, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:38 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 Orkney Springs, the average sunshine in March is 6.8h.

UV index

In Orkney Springs, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Orkney Springs?

In March, in Orkney Springs, the average high-temperature is 50°F (10°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.5°F (0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Orkney Springs?

The average relative humidity in March in Orkney Springs is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March in Orkney Springs?

In March, in Orkney Springs, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout March, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Orkney Springs?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Orkney Springs, Virginia. Snow falls for 5.2 days and accumulates 3.62" (92mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Orkney Springs in March?

In Orkney Springs, in March, snow falls for 5.2 days, with typically accumulated 3.62" (92mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Orkney Springs have in March?

The average day length in March in Orkney Springs, Virginia, is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Orkney Springs?

On the first day of March in Orkney Springs, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

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

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

In Orkney Springs, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in March in Orkney Springs?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Orkney Springs is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Orkney Springs, VA

Average temperature in March - Orkney Springs, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 50°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).

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Average pressure in March
Orkney Springs, VA

Average pressure in March - Orkney Springs, 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 (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Orkney Springs, VA

Average wind speed in March - Orkney Springs, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Orkney Springs, VA

Average humidity in March - Orkney Springs, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Orkney Springs, VA

Average rainfall in March - Orkney Springs, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in March
Orkney Springs, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Orkney Springs, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Orkney Springs, VA

Average snowfall in March - Orkney Springs, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.62"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Orkney Springs, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Orkney Springs, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7 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
Orkney Springs, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Orkney Springs, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Orkney Springs, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Orkney Springs, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

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Average UV index in March
Orkney Springs, VA

Average UV index in March - Orkney Springs, VA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Orkney Springs, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Orkney Springs, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Orkney Springs, VA

Average visibility in March - Orkney Springs, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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