March weather forecast
Arcola, VA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Arcola, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 52.5°F (11.4°C) and 36°F (2.2°C).

Temperature

March's arrival sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C) to a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C). In March, Arcola's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 36°F (2.2°C) during the night.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Arcola, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156 days and collects up to 31.18" (792mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Arcola, during March, snow falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 16.8 snowfall days, and 12.48" (317mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Arcola, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:33 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Arcola?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Arcola, is 52.5°F (11.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 36°F (2.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Arcola, Virginia, during March, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Arcola, in March, during 2.9 snowfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:33 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 many hours of sunshine does Arcola have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Arcola, VA

Average temperature in March - Arcola, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Arcola, VA

Average pressure in March - Arcola, 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
Arcola, VA

Average wind speed in March - Arcola, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Arcola, VA

Average humidity in March - Arcola, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Arcola, VA

Average rainfall in March - Arcola, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in March
Arcola, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Arcola, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Arcola, VA

Average snowfall in March - Arcola, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Arcola, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Arcola, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 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
Arcola, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Arcola, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Arcola, 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 (12.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Arcola, VA

Average UV index in March - Arcola, 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
Arcola, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Arcola, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Arcola, VA

Average visibility in March - Arcola, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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