March weather forecast
Handsom, VA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Handsom, is a moderate month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 57.2°F (14°C) and 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is accompanied by a modest temperature increase, with the average high-temperature edging up from a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) in February to a refreshing 57.2°F (14°C). During March, Handsom records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout March, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Handsom, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.1 days and collects up to 33.82" (859mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Handsom aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 6.9 snowfall days, and 3.62" (92mm) 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 6:37 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:29 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 Handsom, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 57.2°F (14°C) and 40.6°F (4.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Handsom?

In Handsom, in March, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Handsom aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:29 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.9h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value 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
Handsom, VA

Average temperature in March - Handsom, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 57.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Handsom, VA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Handsom, VA

Average wind speed in March - Handsom, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Handsom, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Handsom, VA

Average rainfall in March - Handsom, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.28").

Average rainfall days in March
Handsom, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Handsom, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Handsom, VA

Average snowfall in March - Handsom, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Handsom, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Handsom, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Handsom, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Handsom, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Handsom, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Handsom, VA

Average UV index in March - Handsom, VA
  • Average UV index in March: 4

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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Handsom, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Handsom, 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 31).

Average visibility in March
Handsom, VA

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

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

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