March weather forecast
Covington, VA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Covington, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.7°F (0.4°C) and 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of March marks a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 42.6°F (5.9°C) in February to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). Throughout March, the temperature in Covington, Virginia, falls to an average low of 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Humidity

In Covington, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Covington, Virginia, in March, during 15.6 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Covington, there are 170 rainfall days, and 29.69" (754mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Covington, Virginia, are January through April, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 4.6 days. Throughout March, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is accumulated. In Covington, during the entire year, snow falls for 24 days and aggregates up to 13.98" (355mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Covington is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:14 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:42 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 6.8h.

UV index

In Covington, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Covington?

In Covington, 50.9°F (10.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 32.7°F (0.4°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Covington?

In Covington, Virginia, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How much does it rain in Covington in March?

In Covington, Virginia, during March, the rain falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Covington in March?

In March, in Covington, Virginia, it is snowing for 4.6 days. Throughout March, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Covington have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Covington?

On the first day of March in Covington, Virginia, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:14 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Covington?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Covington is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Covington, VA

Average temperature in March - Covington, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.9°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 (37.9°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
Covington, VA

Average pressure in March - Covington, 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
Covington, VA

Average wind speed in March - Covington, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Covington, VA

Average humidity in March - Covington, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

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

Average rainfall in March
Covington, VA

Average rainfall in March - Covington, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in March
Covington, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Covington, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10 days).

Average snowfall in March
Covington, VA

Average snowfall in March - Covington, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Covington, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Covington, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 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
Covington, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Covington, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Covington, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Covington, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Covington, VA

Average UV index in March - Covington, 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
Covington, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Covington, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and November (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Covington, VA

Average visibility in March - Covington, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (4mi).

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