Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
In March, the average high-temperature marginally rises from a frosty 48°F (8.9°C) in February to a mild 56.1°F (13.4°C). In the month of March, Altavista experiences an average low-temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.Rainfall
In Altavista, Virginia, during March, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. In Altavista, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158 days and collects up to 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Altavista, Virginia, are January through April, October through December. In Altavista, Virginia, in March, snow falls for 2.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 11.7 snowfall days, and 8.86" (225mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March in Altavista, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:39 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 7h.UV index
In Altavista, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in March in Altavista?
What is the average humidity in March in Altavista?
How many days does it rain in March in Altavista?
How much does it snow in Altavista in March?
What is the average length of the day in March in Altavista?
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Altavista?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Altavista?
How many hours of sunshine does Altavista have in March?
What is the UV index reading in March in Altavista?
Average temperature in March
Altavista, VA
- Average high temperature in March: 56.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 38.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.6°F).
Average pressure in March
Altavista, VA
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Altavista, VA
- Average wind speed in March: 6.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Altavista, VA
- Average humidity in March: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).
Average rainfall in March
Altavista, VA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").
Average rainfall days in March
Altavista, VA
- Average rainfall days in March: 14.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Altavista, VA
- Average snowfall in March: 1.89"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Altavista, VA
- Average snowfall days in March: 2.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Altavista, VA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in March: 7h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Altavista, VA
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).
Average UV index in March
Altavista, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Altavista, VA
- Average cloud cover in March: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in March
Altavista, VA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).
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