March weather forecastThe Plains, VA
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in The Plains, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and an average high of 52.3°F (11.3°C).Temperature
The Plains in March denotes a subtle temperature transition, adjusting from an average high of a chilly 45°F (7.2°C) in February to a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C). Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C) is expected.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in The Plains is 75%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In The Plains, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.5 days and collects up to 29.92" (760mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout March, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 20.3 snowfall days, and 13.07" (332mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day 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, the average sunshine in March is 6.9h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
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 54min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
