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
A minor escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of March, moving from a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) in February to a fresh 51.8°F (11°C). Blacksburg experiences an average nighttime temperature of 34°F (1.1°C) in the month of March.Humidity
In Blacksburg, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.Rainfall
In Blacksburg, in March, during 15.3 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 181.4 rainfall days, and 30.98" (787mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Blacksburg, during March, snow falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Blacksburg, there are 32.6 snowfall days, and 19.96" (507mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Blacksburg, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:16 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:43 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 Blacksburg, the average sunshine in March is 6.6h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Blacksburg in March?
What is the average humidity in March in Blacksburg?
How many days does it rain in March in Blacksburg?
How many days does it snow in March in Blacksburg?
What is the average length of the day in March in Blacksburg?
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Blacksburg?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Blacksburg?
How long on average sun shines in March in Blacksburg?
What is the UV index intensity in March in Blacksburg?
Average temperature in March
Blacksburg, VA
- Average high temperature in March: 51.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.4°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 34°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Blacksburg, 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 (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Blacksburg, VA
- Average wind speed in March: 7.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).
Average humidity in March
Blacksburg, VA
- Average humidity in March: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).
Average rainfall in March
Blacksburg, VA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.36"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").
Average rainfall days in March
Blacksburg, VA
- Average rainfall days in March: 15.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Blacksburg, VA
- Average snowfall in March: 3.11"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Blacksburg, VA
- Average snowfall days in March: 5.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Blacksburg, 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: 6h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Blacksburg, VA
- Average sunshine days in March: 11.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.6 days).
Average UV index in March
Blacksburg, VA
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are 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
Blacksburg, VA
- Average cloud cover in March: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in March
Blacksburg, VA
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).
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