March weather forecast
Leesburg, VA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Leesburg, is a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 51.6°F (10.9°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

Leesburg observes a slight uplift in the average high-temperature with the onset of March, adjusting from February's chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) to a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C). During March nights, Leesburg witnesses a consistent average temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout March, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 161.6 rainfall days, and 31.38" (797mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Leesburg, during March, snow falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow. In Leesburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.2 days and aggregates up to 12.6" (320mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Leesburg, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:33 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 is 6.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C) and a low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in Leesburg in March?

In Leesburg, in March, during 12.8 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Leesburg, during March, snow falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Leesburg have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:33 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?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Leesburg, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Leesburg, VA

Average temperature in March - Leesburg, 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 (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Leesburg, VA

Average pressure in March - Leesburg, 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
Leesburg, VA

Average wind speed in March - Leesburg, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Leesburg, VA

Average humidity in March - Leesburg, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Leesburg, VA

Average rainfall in March - Leesburg, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in March
Leesburg, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Leesburg, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Leesburg, VA

Average snowfall in March - Leesburg, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Leesburg, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Leesburg, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Leesburg, 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 month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Leesburg, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Leesburg, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Leesburg, VA

Average UV index in March - Leesburg, 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
Leesburg, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Leesburg, 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
Leesburg, VA

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

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

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