March weather forecast
Kinsale, VA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Kinsale, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 51.4°F (10.8°C) and an average low of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of March, Kinsale's average high-temperature sees a minor increase, transitioning from a chilly 45°F (7.2°C) in February to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). Kinsale's average low-temperature is measured at a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C) during March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Kinsale, Virginia, in March, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Kinsale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.5 days and collects up to 20.16" (512mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1 snowfall days, in March, Kinsale aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Kinsale, Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 6 days and aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Kinsale, in March, the average water temperature is 47.1°F (8.4°C).
Note: You can swim in 47.1°F (8.4°C) below 50°F (10°C) with proper thermal wear; failing that, the cold shock and respiratory challenges are nearly certain. A short span at 55.4°F (13°C) without it is tough.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:28 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 7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Kinsale is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in March translates into this advice:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Kinsale, is 51.4°F (10.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March in Kinsale, Virginia, is 74%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Kinsale, in March, during 12.1 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1 snowfall days, in March, Kinsale aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in March?

In Kinsale, the average seawater temperature in March is 47.1°F (8.4°C). Swimming in 47.1°F (8.4°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in March in Kinsale?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Kinsale?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:28 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 many hours of sunshine does Kinsale have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Kinsale, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Kinsale, VA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Kinsale, VA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Kinsale, VA

Average wind speed in March - Kinsale, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Kinsale, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Kinsale, VA

Average rainfall in March - Kinsale, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in March
Kinsale, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Kinsale, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Kinsale, VA

Average snowfall in March - Kinsale, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Kinsale, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Kinsale, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Kinsale, VA

Average sea temperature in March - Kinsale, VA
  • Average sea temperature in March: 47.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (79.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.1°F).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Kinsale, 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: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Kinsale, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Kinsale, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Kinsale, VA

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

Average cloud cover in March
Kinsale, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Kinsale, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Kinsale, VA

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

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

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