March weather forecastOrkney Springs, VA
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Orkney Springs, is a fresh month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32.5°F (0.3°C) and an average high of 50°F (10°C).Temperature
March introduces a minor temperature shift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from February's wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C) to a cool 50°F (10°C). Throughout March nights, Orkney Springs experiences a consistent temperature average of 32.5°F (0.3°C).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
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 5.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day 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, Virginia, the average sunshine in March is 6.8h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
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 48min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
