March weather forecast
Lynchburg, VA

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Cloudy orange sky gracing the dusk in Lynchburg city, Virginia
Cloudy orange sky gracing the dusk in Lynchburg city, Virginia

Weather in March

March signals a gradual transition from the harsh winter to milder spring conditions. The average temperatures seek refuge in the mid 30's with relative humidity at around 75%. Despite the increase in temperature, the city witnesses rainfall for roughly 14 days, indicative of a wet March. Increased daylight hours become noticeable as spring progresses. The cloud cover begins to recede slightly, making way for clearer skies towards the end of the month.

Temperature

March brings a slight elevation in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C) to a refreshing 55.6°F (13.1°C). In Lynchburg, an average low-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) is recorded during March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Lynchburg, in March, during 13.9 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lynchburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.7 days and collects up to 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Lynchburg, during March, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 14.1 snowfall days, and 10.94" (278mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:02 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

In Lynchburg, the average sunshine in March is 6.9h.

UV index

In Lynchburg, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in March leads to these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 55.6°F (13.1°C) and 36.9°F (2.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Lynchburg?

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Lynchburg, in March, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, in Lynchburg, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout March, 2.44" (62mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:38 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 6.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Lynchburg, VA

Average temperature in March - Lynchburg, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Lynchburg, VA

Average pressure in March - Lynchburg, VA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Lynchburg, VA

Average wind speed in March - Lynchburg, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Lynchburg, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Lynchburg, VA

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

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in March
Lynchburg, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Lynchburg, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lynchburg, VA

Average snowfall in March - Lynchburg, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lynchburg, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Lynchburg, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.8 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.3 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
Lynchburg, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • 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 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lynchburg, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Lynchburg, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in March
Lynchburg, VA

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

Average cloud cover in March
Lynchburg, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Lynchburg, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Lynchburg, VA

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

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

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