March weather forecast
Fords, VA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a refreshing month in Fords, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 38.8°F (3.8°C) and max 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, the average high-temperature subtly transitions from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in February to a mild 55.9°F (13.3°C). March brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, in Fords, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout March, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fords, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.1 days and collects up to 26.22" (666mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Fords, during March, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow. In Fords, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.5 days and aggregates up to 6.42" (163mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Fords is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Fords, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:33 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 in Fords is 6.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Fords is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
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 the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Fords?

The high-temperature, in March, in Fords, is 55.9°F (13.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Fords?

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

How much does it rain in Fords in March?

In Fords, in March, during 14.1 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Fords?

In Fords, Virginia, in March, during 1.5 snowfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Fords?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Fords?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:33 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Fords is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Fords?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Fords, Virginia, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in March
Fords, VA

Average temperature in March - Fords, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Fords, VA

Average pressure in March - Fords, 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
Fords, VA

Average wind speed in March - Fords, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Fords, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Fords, VA

Average rainfall in March - Fords, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in March
Fords, VA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Fords, VA

Average snowfall in March - Fords, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Fords, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Fords, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fords, 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 4min

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
Fords, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Fords, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Fords, VA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Fords, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Fords, VA

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

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

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