March weather forecastPoquoson, VA
March
Weather in March
March bids adieu to snowfall, but rainfall becomes a more regular visitor to Poquoson. The weather begins to transition from the wintertime chill to the more modest springtime warmth. The arrival of spring signifies longer days, bringing delightful possibilities of outdoor activities. Despite the frequent showers, the increased sunshine hours ensure an enjoyable atmosphere. As the city advances to April, warmer temperatures and a slight increment in rainfall are expected.Temperature
The start of March sees the average high-temperature at a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C), showing little difference from February's 48°F (8.9°C). Poquoson, in the month of March, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C).Humidity
In Poquoson, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.Rainfall
In Poquoson, in March, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Poquoson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.2 days and collects up to 28.43" (722mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in March, Poquoson aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Poquoson, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.3 days and aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow.Daylight
In Poquoson, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:27 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
The average sunshine in March is 6.9h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following instructions:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Poquoson, VA
- Average high temperature in March: 53.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 42.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).
Average pressure in March
Poquoson, VA
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Poquoson, VA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8mph).
Average humidity in March
Poquoson, VA
- Average humidity in March: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).
Average rainfall in March
Poquoson, VA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.05"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.85").
Average rainfall days in March
Poquoson, VA
- Average rainfall days in March: 14.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Poquoson, VA
- Average snowfall in March: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Poquoson, VA
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.6 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.3 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
Poquoson, 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 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in March
Poquoson, VA
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).
Average UV index in March
Poquoson, VA
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Poquoson, VA
- Average cloud cover in March: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in March
Poquoson, VA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
