March weather forecast
Grottoes, VA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Grottoes, is a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is characterized by a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C) to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). Throughout the month of March, Grottoes witnesses an average temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Grottoes, during March, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 164.3 rainfall days, and 30.08" (764mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Grottoes. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.8 days and accumulates 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Grottoes, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Grottoes, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:37 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

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 51.4°F (10.8°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Grottoes, in March, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Grottoes?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.8 days and accumulates 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Grottoes, in March, during 4.8 snowfall days, 4.53" (115mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Grottoes have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Grottoes?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:37 pm EDT.

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

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 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Grottoes, VA

Average temperature in March - Grottoes, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Grottoes, VA

Average pressure in March - Grottoes, VA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Grottoes, VA

Average wind speed in March - Grottoes, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Grottoes, VA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and October (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, June and July (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Grottoes, VA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

Average rainfall days in March
Grottoes, VA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Grottoes, VA

Average snowfall in March - Grottoes, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.53"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Grottoes, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Grottoes, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Grottoes, 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 36min).

  • 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 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Grottoes, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Grottoes, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Grottoes, VA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Grottoes, VA

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

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

Average visibility in March
Grottoes, VA

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

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

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