March weather forecast
Blacksburg, SC

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Blacksburg, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 60.8°F (16°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is marked by a modest rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's fresh 53.6°F (12°C) to a comfortable 60.8°F (16°C). An average low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C) is observed during March nights in Blacksburg.

Humidity

In Blacksburg, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Blacksburg, in March, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Blacksburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.1 days and collects up to 27.68" (703mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Blacksburg. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in March, Blacksburg aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Blacksburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.1 days and aggregates up to 4.96" (126mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:47 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 Blacksburg, the average sunshine in March is 7.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 4 in March leads to these recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Blacksburg in March?

The high-temperature during March is 60.8°F (16°C) and the low-temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Blacksburg, in March, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in March, Blacksburg aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Blacksburg have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:47 pm EDT.

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

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 March, the average sunshine duration is 7.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Blacksburg?

In Blacksburg, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Blacksburg, SC

Average temperature in March - Blacksburg, SC
  • Average high temperature in March: 60.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Blacksburg, SC

Average pressure in March - Blacksburg, SC
  • 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Blacksburg, SC

Average wind speed in March - Blacksburg, SC
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Blacksburg, SC

Average humidity in March - Blacksburg, SC
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Blacksburg, SC

Average rainfall in March - Blacksburg, SC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.73").

Average rainfall days in March
Blacksburg, SC

Average rainfall days in March - Blacksburg, SC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Blacksburg, SC

Average snowfall in March - Blacksburg, SC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Blacksburg, SC

Average snowfall days in March - Blacksburg, SC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Blacksburg, SC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Blacksburg, SC
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Blacksburg, SC

Average sunshine days in March - Blacksburg, SC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Blacksburg, SC

Average UV index in March - Blacksburg, SC
  • 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
Blacksburg, SC

Average cloud cover in March - Blacksburg, SC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Blacksburg, SC

Average visibility in March - Blacksburg, SC
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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