March weather forecast
Clifton Forge, VA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Clifton Forge, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 51.3°F (10.7°C) and an average low of 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March is marked by a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 43°F (6.1°C) to a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C). The average low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C) is witnessed during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Clifton Forge, in March, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.7 rainfall days, and 21.3" (541mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Clifton Forge, during March, snow falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow. In Clifton Forge, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.9 days and aggregates up to 10.87" (276mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Clifton Forge is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:13 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:41 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.8h.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 51.3°F (10.7°C) and 32.7°F (0.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout March, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Clifton Forge, Virginia, in March, during 3.3 snowfall days, 2.8" (71mm) 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 are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:13 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:41 pm EDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Clifton Forge, VA

Average temperature in March - Clifton Forge, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Clifton Forge, VA

Average pressure in March - Clifton Forge, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Clifton Forge, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Clifton Forge, VA

Average humidity in March - Clifton Forge, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Clifton Forge, VA

Average rainfall in March - Clifton Forge, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

Average rainfall days in March
Clifton Forge, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Clifton Forge, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Clifton Forge, VA

Average snowfall in March - Clifton Forge, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Clifton Forge, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Clifton Forge, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 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 and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Clifton Forge, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Clifton Forge, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Clifton Forge, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Clifton Forge, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Clifton Forge, VA

Average UV index in March - Clifton Forge, VA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Clifton Forge, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Clifton Forge, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Clifton Forge, VA

Average visibility in March - Clifton Forge, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (4mi).

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