March weather forecast
Fairfield, VA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Fairfield, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 53.2°F (11.8°C) and min 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is marked by a modest rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C). Fairfield's nights in March cool down to an average low-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Fairfield, during March, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. In Fairfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.4 days and collects up to 23.86" (606mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fairfield, Virginia, are January through April, November and December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.9 days and accumulates 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:39 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 6.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In Fairfield, 53.2°F (11.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 34.2°F (1.2°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Fairfield?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Fairfield, in March, during 12.4 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.9 days and accumulates 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In Fairfield, in March, snow falls for 2.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:39 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 6.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Fairfield, VA

Average temperature in March - Fairfield, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Fairfield, VA

Average pressure in March - Fairfield, VA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Fairfield, VA

Average wind speed in March - Fairfield, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Fairfield, VA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Fairfield, VA

Average rainfall in March - Fairfield, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in March
Fairfield, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Fairfield, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Fairfield, VA

Average snowfall in March - Fairfield, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Fairfield, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Fairfield, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 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
Fairfield, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fairfield, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Fairfield, VA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Fairfield, VA

Average UV index in March - Fairfield, 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
Fairfield, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Fairfield, 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 30).

Average visibility in March
Fairfield, VA

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

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

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