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 Alton, the onset of March comes with a modest high-temperature shift, transitioning from February's fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C) to a moderate 57.7°F (14.3°C). In the month of March, an average of 39.7°F (4.3°C) marks the low-temperature.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 74%.Rainfall
In Alton, Virginia, in March, during 14.8 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Alton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.9 days and collects up to 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 1.4 days. Throughout March, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated. In Alton, Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.2 days and aggregates up to 7.64" (194mm) of snow.Daylight
In Alton, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:37 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 in Alton is 7h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Alton is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in March leads to these guidelines:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Alton in March?
What is the average humidity in March in Alton?
How many days does it rain in March in Alton?
How many days does it snow in March in Alton?
What is the average length of the day in March in Alton?
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Alton?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Alton?
How long on average sun shines in March in Alton?
What is the UV index intensity in March in Alton?
Average temperature in March
Alton, VA
- Average high temperature in March: 57.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.5°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 39.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Alton, VA
- 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 (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Alton, VA
- Average wind speed in March: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in March
Alton, VA
- Average humidity in March: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).
Average rainfall in March
Alton, VA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").
Average rainfall days in March
Alton, VA
- Average rainfall days in March: 14.8 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).
Average snowfall in March
Alton, VA
- Average snowfall in March: 1.18"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Alton, VA
- Average snowfall days in March: 1.4 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Alton, 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: 7h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Alton, VA
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Alton, VA
- Average UV index in March: 4
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Alton, 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 31).
Average visibility in March
Alton, 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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