March weather forecastRichmond, VA
March
Weather in March
March brings in a much-awaited warmth to Richmond, Virginia with temperatures climbing up to a pleasant 56.1°F (13.4°C) and dropping to a more tolerable 38.8°F (3.8°C). The shift into spring is heralded by an increase in rainfall, concurrent with a slight rise in humidity levels. Longer daylight hours and dewy mornings following rainy nights characterize the typical March weather. While the wind speed remains more or less constant from the previous month, a slightly higher UV index nudges the need for sun protection.Temperature
With the onset of March, Richmond experiences a subtle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a frosty 49.3°F (9.6°C) in February to a mild 56.1°F (13.4°C). During March, the temperature in Richmond is averaged to a low of 38.8°F (3.8°C) at night.Humidity
In Richmond, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.Rainfall
In March, in Richmond, Virginia, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout March, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Richmond, Virginia, there are 154.5 rainfall days, and 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Richmond, in March, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 10.1 snowfall days, and 7.2" (183mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:32 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 Richmond is 6.5h.UV index
In Richmond, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Richmond, VA
- Average high temperature in March: 56.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 38.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Richmond, 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
Richmond, VA
- Average wind speed in March: 7.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Richmond, VA
- Average humidity in March: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).
Average rainfall in March
Richmond, VA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.68"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").
Average rainfall days in March
Richmond, VA
- Average rainfall days in March: 14.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).
Average snowfall in March
Richmond, VA
- Average snowfall in March: 1.61"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Richmond, VA
- Average snowfall days in March: 1.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 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
Richmond, 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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Richmond, VA
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.1 days).
Average UV index in March
Richmond, 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
Richmond, VA
- Average cloud cover in March: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in March
Richmond, VA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and December (5mi).
