March weather forecast
Friendship, VA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Friendship, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 34.5°F (1.4°C) and 51.8°F (11°C).

Temperature

Entering March, Friendship notices a subtle temperature elevation, with the average high-temperature advancing from February's chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C) to a cool 51.8°F (11°C). During the month of March, Friendship experiences a steady low-temperature average of 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Friendship, during March, the rain falls for 17.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 186.7 rainfall days, and 29.02" (737mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 6.7 days. Throughout March, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 42.6 snowfall days, and 19.8" (503mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Friendship, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:48 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 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 51.8°F (11°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Friendship, during March, the rain falls for 17.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Friendship, in March, snow falls for 6.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.07" (78mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Friendship have 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 6:56 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:48 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 Friendship have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Friendship, 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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Friendship, VA

Average temperature in March - Friendship, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.5°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 (24.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Friendship, VA

Average pressure in March - Friendship, VA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Friendship, VA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Friendship, VA

Average humidity in March - Friendship, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Friendship, VA

Average rainfall in March - Friendship, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in March
Friendship, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Friendship, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Friendship, VA

Average snowfall in March - Friendship, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Friendship, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Friendship, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Friendship, VA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Friendship, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Friendship, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Friendship, VA

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

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Friendship, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Friendship, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Friendship, VA

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

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

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