March weather forecast
Abingdon, VA

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Weather in March

March in Abingdon is a time of transition from the harsh winter to the milder spring, with temperatures beginning to inch upwards. As winter loosens its grip, snowfall decreases significantly, leaving room for occasional rainfall instead. It is not uncommon to see the first signs of spring, including blooming flowers and greener landscapes as March progresses. With increased daylight hours, residents enjoy more sunshine. However, cool temperatures persist, so a light jacket remains necessary when venturing out.

Temperature

Abingdon's March weather indicates a minor increase in high-temperatures, edging from February's chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C) to a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C). Abingdon records an average temperature drop to a wintry 34.9°F (1.6°C) in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Abingdon is 79%.

Rainfall

In Abingdon, in March, during 16.8 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Abingdon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.2 days and collects up to 30.51" (775mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Abingdon, during March, snow falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow. In Abingdon, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.5 days and aggregates up to 20.24" (514mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Abingdon, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:49 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 is 6.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

In Abingdon, 52.7°F (11.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 34.9°F (1.6°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Abingdon, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Abingdon, in March, during 16.8 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Abingdon, during March, snow falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:49 pm EDT.

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

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 Abingdon?

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

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Abingdon, VA

Average temperature in March - Abingdon, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Abingdon, VA

Average pressure in March - Abingdon, VA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Abingdon, VA

Average wind speed in March - Abingdon, 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 (4mph).

Average humidity in March
Abingdon, VA

Average humidity in March - Abingdon, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Abingdon, VA

Average rainfall in March - Abingdon, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in March
Abingdon, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Abingdon, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Abingdon, VA

Average snowfall in March - Abingdon, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Abingdon, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Abingdon, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Abingdon, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Abingdon, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Abingdon, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Abingdon, VA

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

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Abingdon, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Abingdon, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Abingdon, VA

Average visibility in March - Abingdon, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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