March weather forecastQuantico, VA
March
Weather in March
As spring begins to bloom, March experiences a distinct rise in warmth. Balancing between a high of 54.1°F (12.3°C) and a low of 37°F (2.8°C), this month gives the first signs of milder weather. It is a month characterized by change; with the increasing temperature, there is also an increase in precipitation. It's a bullish period of transition as Quantico leaves the cold of winter behind and anticipates the spring sun. The extended hours of daylight become increasingly noticeable, hinting at the longer sunlit days to come.Temperature
March's onset brings a subtle temperature rise, moving from a frosty 46°F (7.8°C) in February to a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C). Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) is expected in Quantico.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 74%.Rainfall
In Quantico, in March, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Quantico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.6 days and collects up to 31.61" (803mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 2.4 days. Throughout March, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated. In Quantico, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.5 days and aggregates up to 8.23" (209mm) 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 6:40 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 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
The average sunshine in March is 6.7h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following advice:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Quantico, VA
- Average high temperature in March: 54.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 37°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Quantico, 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 (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Quantico, VA
- Average wind speed in March: 7.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in March
Quantico, VA
- Average humidity in March: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, April and July (73%).
Average rainfall in March
Quantico, VA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.56"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").
Average rainfall days in March
Quantico, VA
- Average rainfall days in March: 14.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).
Average snowfall in March
Quantico, VA
- Average snowfall in March: 1.85"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Quantico, VA
- Average snowfall days in March: 2.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 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
Quantico, 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 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Quantico, VA
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).
Average UV index in March
Quantico, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Quantico, VA
- Average cloud cover in March: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in March
Quantico, VA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).
