March weather forecast
Swimley, VA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Swimley, is a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between min 34.2°F (1.2°C) and max 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Temperature

Observing a minor shift, the average high-temperature during March adjusts from February's cold 42.6°F (5.9°C) to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). An average minimum temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C) is recorded during the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Swimley, Virginia, during March, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Swimley, there are 152.4 rainfall days, and 23.5" (597mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Swimley, in March, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.2" (56mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Swimley, there are 19.9 snowfall days, and 9.69" (246mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Swimley, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:35 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 is 6.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Swimley is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Swimley in March?

In March, in Swimley, the average high-temperature is 51.4°F (10.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 34.2°F (1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Swimley?

The average relative humidity in March in Swimley, Virginia, is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Swimley?

In March, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout March, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Swimley?

In Swimley, during March, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

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

In March, the average day length in Swimley, Virginia, is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Swimley?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:35 pm EDT.

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

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

In Swimley, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Swimley?

In Swimley, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Swimley, VA

Average temperature in March - Swimley, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Swimley, VA

Average pressure in March - Swimley, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Swimley, VA

Average wind speed in March - Swimley, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Swimley, VA

Average humidity in March - Swimley, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Swimley, VA

Average rainfall in March - Swimley, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.97"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May, July and August (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in March
Swimley, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Swimley, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Swimley, VA

Average snowfall in March - Swimley, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Swimley, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Swimley, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 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
Swimley, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Swimley, VA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Swimley, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Swimley, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Swimley, VA

Average UV index in March - Swimley, VA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Swimley, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Swimley, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Swimley, VA

Average visibility in March - Swimley, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, September, October and December (5mi).

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