March weather forecast
Elkwood, VA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Elkwood, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Temperature

March sees a marginal temperature increase, moving from a frosty 46°F (7.8°C) in February to a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C). Throughout March, the average low-temperature records at an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Elkwood, during March, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. In Elkwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.4 days and collects up to 25.08" (637mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Elkwood, Virginia, in March, during 2.7 snowfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Elkwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.4 days and aggregates up to 9.17" (233mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:34 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 Elkwood, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

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

What is the average humidity in March in Elkwood?

In Elkwood, Virginia, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout March, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Elkwood, during March, snow falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Elkwood have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:34 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In Elkwood, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Elkwood, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Elkwood, VA

Average temperature in March - Elkwood, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Elkwood, VA

Average pressure in March - Elkwood, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Elkwood, VA

Average wind speed in March - Elkwood, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Elkwood, VA

Average humidity in March - Elkwood, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Elkwood, VA

Average rainfall in March - Elkwood, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.46").

Average rainfall days in March
Elkwood, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Elkwood, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Elkwood, VA

Average snowfall in March - Elkwood, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Elkwood, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Elkwood, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.7 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Elkwood, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Elkwood, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Elkwood, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Elkwood, VA

Average UV index in March - Elkwood, 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
Elkwood, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Elkwood, VA

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

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

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