March weather forecast
Big Island, VA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Big Island, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 34.2°F (1.2°C) and 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of March introduces a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, nudging from a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) in February to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C). Big Island experiences a consistent average temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C) throughout the nights in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Big Island, in March, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Big Island, Virginia, there are 146.4 rainfall days, and 23.86" (606mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.9 days and accumulates 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in March transforms into this advice:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

In March, in Big Island, the average high-temperature is 53.2°F (11.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 34.2°F (1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Big Island, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Big Island, in March, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 2.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Big Island in March?

In Big Island, during March, snow falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Big Island have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 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.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Big Island, 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 Big Island have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.9h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Big Island, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Big Island, VA

Average temperature in March - Big Island, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Big Island, VA

Average pressure in March - Big Island, 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
Big Island, VA

Average wind speed in March - Big Island, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Big Island, VA

Average humidity in March - Big Island, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Big Island, VA

Average rainfall in March - Big Island, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in March
Big Island, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Big Island, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Big Island, VA

Average snowfall in March - Big Island, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Big Island, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Big Island, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 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
Big Island, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Big Island, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Big Island, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Big Island, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Big Island, VA

Average UV index in March - Big Island, 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
Big Island, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Big Island, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Big Island, VA

Average visibility in March - Big Island, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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