March weather forecast
Gretna, VA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Gretna, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 56.1°F (13.4°C).

Temperature

Gretna in March experiences a slight uptick in the average high-temperature, adjusting from February's frosty 48°F (8.9°C) to a mild 56.1°F (13.4°C). Gretna, in the month of March, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, in Gretna, Virginia, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout March, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gretna, Virginia, there are 158.8 rainfall days, and 30.91" (785mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Gretna are January through April, November and December. In Gretna, in March, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 11.8 snowfall days, and 10.2" (259mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Gretna, sunrise is at 7:03 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

The average sunshine in March in Gretna, Virginia, is 6.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Gretna is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Gretna in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Gretna, is 56.1°F (13.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 37.9°F (3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Gretna?

The average relative humidity in March in Gretna is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Gretna?

In Gretna, Virginia, during March, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Gretna?

In Gretna, during March, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Gretna have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Gretna?

On the first day of March in Gretna, Virginia, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

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

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Gretna?

In Gretna, Virginia, 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
Gretna, VA

Average temperature in March - Gretna, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 56.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Gretna, VA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Gretna, VA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Gretna, VA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Gretna, VA

Average rainfall in March - Gretna, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in March
Gretna, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Gretna, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Gretna, VA

Average snowfall in March - Gretna, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Gretna, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Gretna, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Gretna, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Gretna, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Gretna, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Gretna, VA

Average UV index in March - Gretna, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Gretna, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Gretna, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Gretna, VA

Average visibility in March - Gretna, 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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