March weather forecast
Dayton, VA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Dayton, is a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 32.5°F (0.3°C) and 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Temperature

March's arrival coincides with a subtle temperature rise, moving from February's frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C) to a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C). Dayton cools down to an average low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) throughout the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Dayton, in March, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Dayton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.3 days and collects up to 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.8 days and accumulates 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Dayton, Virginia, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:38 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 6.7h.

UV index

In Dayton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In Dayton, in March, the average high-temperature is 51.4°F (10.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.5°F (0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in Dayton in March?

In Dayton, in March, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.8 days and accumulates 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 4.8 days. Throughout March, 4.45" (113mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Dayton have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Dayton, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

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

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 many hours of sunshine does Dayton have in March?

In Dayton, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.7h.

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 medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Dayton, VA

Average temperature in March - Dayton, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.4°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 (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Dayton, VA

Average pressure in March - Dayton, VA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Dayton, VA

Average wind speed in March - Dayton, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Dayton, VA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and October (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and July (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Dayton, VA

Average rainfall in March - Dayton, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.77").

Average rainfall days in March
Dayton, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Dayton, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Dayton, VA

Average snowfall in March - Dayton, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Dayton, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Dayton, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Dayton, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Dayton, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Dayton, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Dayton, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Dayton, VA

Average UV index in March - Dayton, VA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Dayton, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Dayton, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Dayton, VA

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

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

Dayton, Virginia, USA

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