March weather forecastSheppards, VA
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a mild month in Sheppards, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 38.1°F (3.4°C) and 55.9°F (13.3°C).Temperature
A gentle upsurge in temperatures occurs as February gives way to March, with average highs shifting from a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C) to a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C). Sheppards, in March, witnesses an average low-temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Sheppards, Virginia, is 75%.Rainfall
In Sheppards, in March, during 15.1 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sheppards, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.5 days and collects up to 31.1" (790mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. March is the month with the most snowfall in Sheppards. Snow falls for 2.2 days and accumulates 2.44" (62mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Sheppards is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:36 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 in Sheppards is 6.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Sheppards, VA
- Average high temperature in March: 55.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 38.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Sheppards, VA
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Sheppards, VA
- Average wind speed in March: 6.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Sheppards, VA
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).
Average rainfall in March
Sheppards, VA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.76"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").
Average rainfall days in March
Sheppards, VA
- Average rainfall days in March: 15.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Sheppards, VA
- Average snowfall in March: 2.44"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Sheppards, VA
- Average snowfall days in March: 2.2 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sheppards, 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 48min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Sheppards, VA
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Sheppards, VA
- Average UV index in March: 4
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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Sheppards, VA
- Average cloud cover in March: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Sheppards, VA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September and December (5mi).
