Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
With the transition into March, Petersburg experiences a subtle uplift in average high-temperatures, adjusting from a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C) in February to a moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C). During the month of March, an average temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) is noted during the nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 75%.Rainfall
In Petersburg, Virginia, in March, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Petersburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.6 days and collects up to 9.96" (253mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Petersburg, during March, snow falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 5.5 snowfall days, and 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:31 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 6.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Petersburg is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: During March, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
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How much does it rain in Petersburg in March?
How many days does it snow in March in Petersburg?
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When are sunrise and sunset in March in Petersburg?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Petersburg?
How many hours of sunshine does Petersburg have in March?
What is the UV index intensity in March in Petersburg?
Average temperature in March
Petersburg, VA
- Average high temperature in March: 56.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.3°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 39.6°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°F).
Average pressure in March
Petersburg, VA
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"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
Petersburg, VA
- Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Petersburg, VA
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Petersburg, VA
- Average rainfall in March: 0.75"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.59").
Average rainfall days in March
Petersburg, VA
- Average rainfall days in March: 10 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (5.6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Petersburg, VA
- Average snowfall in March: 0.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Petersburg, VA
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Petersburg, 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 42min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Petersburg, VA
- Average sunshine days in March: 18.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Petersburg, VA
- Average UV index in March: 3
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Petersburg, 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 31).
Average visibility in March
Petersburg, 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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