March weather forecast
Charlottesville, VA

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The beautiful sunrise over Charlottesville, Virginia
The beautiful sunrise over Charlottesville, Virginia

Weather in March

March signals the arrival of Spring in Charlottesville as the weather starts warming up. The city records a significant jump in minimum temperature from 28.9°F (-1.7°C) to 35.2°F (1.8°C). It is also known for a stark decrease in snowfall, bringing March in contrast with the winter months. Although frequent rains continue, they bring with them the freshness of blooming flowers. The rise in temperature and reducing snowfall give residents a break from winter and a glimpse into the upcoming sunny days.

Temperature

March witnesses a minor rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C) in February to a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C). During March, the nighttime temperature averages of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Humidity

In Charlottesville, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Charlottesville, in March, during 13.3 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.9 rainfall days, and 27.99" (711mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 3.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:07 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:36 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 in Charlottesville is 6.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in March transforms into this advice:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Charlottesville in March?

In Charlottesville, 53.8°F (12.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 35.2°F (1.8°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Charlottesville?

In Charlottesville, in March, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.2 days and accumulates 3.07" (78mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Charlottesville, in March, snow falls for 3.2 days, with typically accumulated 3.07" (78mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:07 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:36 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.8°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 (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Charlottesville, VA

Average pressure in March - Charlottesville, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Charlottesville, VA

Average wind speed in March - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Charlottesville, VA

Average humidity in March - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September, October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Charlottesville, VA

Average rainfall in March - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.28"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.69").

Average rainfall days in March
Charlottesville, VA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Charlottesville, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Charlottesville, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Charlottesville, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Charlottesville, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Charlottesville, VA

Average UV index in March - Charlottesville, 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
Charlottesville, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Charlottesville, 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 31).

Average visibility in March
Charlottesville, VA

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

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

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