March weather forecast
Buchanan, VA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Buchanan, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 53.6°F (12°C) and 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Temperature

With the transition into March, Buchanan experiences a subtle uplift in average high-temperatures, adjusting from a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C) in February to a fresh 53.6°F (12°C). In March, Buchanan reports a consistent average low-temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Buchanan, in March, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Buchanan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.1 days and collects up to 14.76" (375mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Buchanan are January through April, November and December. In Buchanan, in March, snow falls for 2.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Buchanan, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.8 days and aggregates up to 5.51" (140mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Buchanan, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:40 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 7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Buchanan in March?

March temperatures in Buchanan, Virginia, vary between a high-temperature of 53.6°F (12°C) and a low-temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Buchanan?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Buchanan?

In March, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout March, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Buchanan in March?

In Buchanan, Virginia, during March, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Buchanan have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Buchanan?

On the first day of March in Buchanan, Virginia, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:40 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Buchanan is 7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Buchanan?

In Buchanan, 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 exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Buchanan, VA

Average temperature in March - Buchanan, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Buchanan, VA

Average pressure in March - Buchanan, 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
Buchanan, VA

Average wind speed in March - Buchanan, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Buchanan, VA

Average humidity in March - Buchanan, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Buchanan, VA

Average rainfall in March - Buchanan, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.87").

Average rainfall days in March
Buchanan, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Buchanan, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Buchanan, VA

Average snowfall in March - Buchanan, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Buchanan, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Buchanan, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 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
Buchanan, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Buchanan, 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: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Buchanan, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Buchanan, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Buchanan, VA

Average UV index in March - Buchanan, 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
Buchanan, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Buchanan, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

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

Average visibility in March
Buchanan, VA

Average visibility in March - Buchanan, 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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