Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
Harrisonburg's weather in March shows a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving slightly up from February's chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C) to a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C). March nights in Harrisonburg are marked by an average temperature drop to an icy 32.5°F (0.3°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Harrisonburg is 76%.Rainfall
In Harrisonburg, during March, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Harrisonburg, there are 167.3 rainfall days, and 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Harrisonburg are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Harrisonburg is March, when snow falls for 4.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Harrisonburg is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March in Harrisonburg, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:38 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 Harrisonburg is 6.7h.UV index
In Harrisonburg, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In March, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average March temperature in Harrisonburg?
What is the average humidity in March in Harrisonburg?
How many days does it rain in March in Harrisonburg?
When does it snow the most in Harrisonburg?
How much does it snow in Harrisonburg in March?
How many hours of daylight does Harrisonburg have in March?
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Harrisonburg?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Harrisonburg?
How long on average sun shines in March in Harrisonburg?
What is the UV index reading in March in Harrisonburg?
Average temperature in March
Harrisonburg, VA
- Average high temperature in March: 51.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 32.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Harrisonburg, 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
Harrisonburg, VA
- Average wind speed in March: 6.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Harrisonburg, 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 and July (74%).
Average rainfall in March
Harrisonburg, VA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.36"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.77").
Average rainfall days in March
Harrisonburg, VA
- Average rainfall days in March: 14.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Harrisonburg, VA
- Average snowfall in March: 4.45"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Harrisonburg, VA
- Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Harrisonburg, 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 30min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Harrisonburg, VA
- Average sunshine days in March: 12.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).
Average UV index in March
Harrisonburg, VA
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are 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
Harrisonburg, 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 32).
Average visibility in March
Harrisonburg, VA
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, April, June, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, May, August, September, October and December (5mi).
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