March weather forecast
Selma, VA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Selma, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.7°F (0.4°C) and max 51.3°F (10.7°C).

Temperature

As March begins, there's a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 43°F (6.1°C) in February to a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C). Throughout March, Selma records an average temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C) at night.

Humidity

In Selma, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Selma, in March, during 12.2 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Selma, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.7 days and collects up to 21.3" (541mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Selma. In Selma, during March, snow falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow. In Selma, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.9 days and aggregates up to 10.87" (276mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:13 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:41 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 6.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Selma is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Selma in March?

The high-temperature in Selma during March is 51.3°F (10.7°C) and the low-temperature is 32.7°F (0.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Selma?

The average relative humidity in March in Selma is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Selma?

In March, in Selma, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout March, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Selma in March?

In Selma, during March, snow falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Selma?

The average day length in March in Selma is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Selma?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:13 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Selma, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:41 pm EDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March in Selma?

The average sunshine duration in March in Selma is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in March in Selma?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Selma, VA

Average temperature in March - Selma, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Selma, VA

Average pressure in March - Selma, VA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Selma, VA

Average wind speed in March - Selma, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Selma, VA

Average humidity in March - Selma, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

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Average rainfall in March
Selma, VA

Average rainfall in March - Selma, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

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Average rainfall days in March
Selma, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Selma, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Selma, VA

Average snowfall in March - Selma, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Selma, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Selma, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Selma, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Selma, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Selma, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Selma, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Selma, VA

Average UV index in March - Selma, 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
Selma, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Selma, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in March
Selma, VA

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

The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (4mi).

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