March weather forecast
The Plains, VA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in The Plains, is a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 52.3°F (11.3°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

March marks a minor ascent in the average high-temperature, adjusting from February's frosty 45°F (7.2°C) to a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C). An average low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C) marks the month of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In The Plains, in March, during 13.3 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 160.5 rainfall days, and 29.92" (760mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in The Plains are January through May, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout March, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is accumulated. In The Plains, Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.3 days and aggregates up to 13.07" (332mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in The Plains is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:34 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 The Plains, Virginia, the average sunshine in March is 6.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in The Plains is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During March, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in The Plains?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in The Plains, Virginia, during March are 52.3°F (11.3°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in The Plains?

In The Plains, Virginia, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in The Plains?

In The Plains, Virginia, in March, during 13.3 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in The Plains in March?

In The Plains, Virginia, in March, during 3.9 snowfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in The Plains?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in The Plains?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:34 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, 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 The Plains?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in The Plains?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
The Plains, VA

Average temperature in March - The Plains, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
The Plains, VA

Average pressure in March - The Plains, 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
The Plains, VA

Average wind speed in March - The Plains, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in March
The Plains, VA

Average humidity in March - The Plains, 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 (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
The Plains, VA

Average rainfall in March - The Plains, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in March
The Plains, VA

Average rainfall days in March - The Plains, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
The Plains, VA

Average snowfall in March - The Plains, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
The Plains, VA

Average snowfall days in March - The Plains, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.2 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
The Plains, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
The Plains, VA

Average sunshine days in March - The Plains, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
The Plains, VA

Average UV index in March - The Plains, 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
The Plains, VA

Average cloud cover in March - The Plains, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
The Plains, VA

Average visibility in March - The Plains, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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