March weather forecast
Rich Creek, VA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Rich Creek, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 50.5°F (10.3°C) and min 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is characterized by a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's frosty 43°F (6.1°C) to a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C). Rich Creek, during March, witnesses an average low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Rich Creek, Virginia, is 80%.

Rainfall

In Rich Creek, during March, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Rich Creek, there are 158.3 rainfall days, and 23.5" (597mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Rich Creek are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 4.6 days. Throughout March, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rich Creek, there are 26.7 snowfall days, and 13.46" (342mm) 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 6:53 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Rich Creek, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:45 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 in Rich Creek is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Rich Creek?

During March, Rich Creek experiences an average high-temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C) and a low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Rich Creek?

The average relative humidity in March in Rich Creek is 80%.

How much does it rain in Rich Creek in March?

In Rich Creek, in March, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Rich Creek?

In Rich Creek, in March, snow falls for 4.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.91" (74mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Rich Creek?

In Rich Creek, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Rich Creek?

On the first day of March in Rich Creek, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:45 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Rich Creek?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Rich Creek have in March?

In Rich Creek, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Rich Creek?

In Rich Creek, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Rich Creek, VA

Average temperature in March - Rich Creek, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Rich Creek, VA

Average pressure in March - Rich Creek, VA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Rich Creek, VA

Average wind speed in March - Rich Creek, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Rich Creek, VA

Average humidity in March - Rich Creek, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Rich Creek, VA

Average rainfall in March - Rich Creek, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in March
Rich Creek, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Rich Creek, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Rich Creek, VA

Average snowfall in March - Rich Creek, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Rich Creek, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Rich Creek, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 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
Rich Creek, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rich Creek, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Rich Creek, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Rich Creek, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Rich Creek, VA

Average UV index in March - Rich Creek, VA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (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
Rich Creek, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Rich Creek, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in March
Rich Creek, VA

Average visibility in March - Rich Creek, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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