March weather forecast
Hillsboro, VA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Hillsboro, is a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Temperature

As Hillsboro welcomes March, the average high-temperature displays a subtle shift, adjusting from a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C) in February to a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C). During the nights in March, an average low-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C) is observed.

Humidity

In Hillsboro, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout March, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hillsboro, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.2 days and collects up to 31.1" (790mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout March, 4.02" (102mm) of snow is accumulated. In Hillsboro, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.9 days and aggregates up to 14.88" (378mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:34 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 6.7h.

UV index

In Hillsboro, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in March transforms into this advice:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 51.6°F (10.9°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Hillsboro, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Hillsboro, during March, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, in Hillsboro, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout March, 4.02" (102mm) of snow is accumulated.

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?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Hillsboro, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:34 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Hillsboro, 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 6.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Hillsboro, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Hillsboro, VA

Average temperature in March - Hillsboro, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Hillsboro, VA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Hillsboro, VA

Average wind speed in March - Hillsboro, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Hillsboro, VA

Average humidity in March - Hillsboro, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Hillsboro, VA

Average rainfall in March - Hillsboro, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and August (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in March
Hillsboro, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Hillsboro, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Hillsboro, VA

Average snowfall in March - Hillsboro, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Hillsboro, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Hillsboro, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
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 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Hillsboro, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Hillsboro, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Hillsboro, VA

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

Average cloud cover in March
Hillsboro, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Hillsboro, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Hillsboro, VA

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

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

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