March weather forecast
Rural, VA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Rural, is a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between min 35.4°F (1.9°C) and max 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Temperature

March's onset is marked by a subtle temperature increase, moving from a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) in February to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C). Rural temperatures generally rest at a low of 35.4°F (1.9°C) during the March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Rural, during March, the rain falls for 17.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation. In Rural, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 197.7 days and collects up to 36.69" (932mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Rural are January through April, October through December. In Rural, in March, snow falls for 6.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.6" (66mm) of snow. In Rural, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.9 days and aggregates up to 19.8" (503mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Rural is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Rural, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:24 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:51 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 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Rural is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Rural?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Rural, is 53.2°F (11.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 35.4°F (1.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Rural?

In Rural, Virginia, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Rural?

In Rural, Virginia, in March, during 17.7 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Rural?

In Rural, in March, during 6.3 snowfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Rural have in March?

The average day length in March in Rural, Virginia, is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Rural?

On the first day of March in Rural, Virginia, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:24 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:51 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Rural, Virginia, 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 Rural have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Rural, Virginia, is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Rural?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Rural, VA

Average temperature in March - Rural, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Rural, VA

Average pressure in March - Rural, 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
Rural, VA

Average wind speed in March - Rural, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
Rural, VA

Average humidity in March - Rural, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
Rural, VA

Average rainfall in March - Rural, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in March
Rural, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Rural, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 17.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Rural, VA

Average snowfall in March - Rural, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Rural, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Rural, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Rural, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rural, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Rural, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Rural, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Rural, VA

Average UV index in March - Rural, 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
Rural, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Rural, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in March
Rural, VA

Average visibility in March - Rural, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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