March weather forecast
Locust Dale, VA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Locust Dale, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 35.8°F (2.1°C) and 54°F (12.2°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Locust Dale observes a minor temperature ascent, with the average high-temperature adjusting from February's frosty 46°F (7.8°C) to a fresh 54°F (12.2°C). In March, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout March, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.3 rainfall days, and 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Locust Dale, in March, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.4" (61mm) of snow. In Locust Dale, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.2 days and aggregates up to 10.75" (273mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:35 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 6.9h.

UV index

In Locust Dale, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Locust Dale, is 54°F (12.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 35.8°F (2.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Locust Dale?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout March, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Locust Dale in March?

In March, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout March, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:35 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 Locust Dale have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.9h.

How high is the UV index in March in Locust Dale?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Locust Dale, VA

Average temperature in March - Locust Dale, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 54°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Locust Dale, VA

Average pressure in March - Locust Dale, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Locust Dale, VA

Average wind speed in March - Locust Dale, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Locust Dale, VA

Average humidity in March - Locust Dale, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Locust Dale, VA

Average rainfall in March - Locust Dale, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.95").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
Locust Dale, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Locust Dale, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Locust Dale, VA

Average snowfall in March - Locust Dale, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Locust Dale, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Locust Dale, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 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
Locust Dale, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Locust Dale, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Locust Dale, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Locust Dale, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Locust Dale, VA

Average UV index in March - Locust Dale, 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
Locust Dale, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Locust Dale, 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 30).

Average visibility in March
Locust Dale, VA

Average visibility in March - Locust Dale, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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