March weather forecast
Madison, VA

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Weather in March

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

Temperature

March showcases a minor temperature ascent, adjusting from February's frosty 46°F (7.8°C) to a fresh 54°F (12.2°C). March witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around an icy 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Madison, during March, the rain falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. In Madison, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.3 days and collects up to 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Madison, during March, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 16.2 snowfall days, and 10.75" (273mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 6:58 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

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following instructions:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Madison in March?

In Madison, in March, the average high-temperature is 54°F (12.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 35.8°F (2.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Madison?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In Madison, in March, it is raining for 14.4 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Madison, during March, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

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

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 6:43 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In Madison, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Madison, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Madison, VA

Average temperature in March - Madison, 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
Madison, VA

Average pressure in March - Madison, 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
Madison, VA

Average wind speed in March - Madison, 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
Madison, VA

Average humidity in March - Madison, 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
Madison, VA

Average rainfall in March - Madison, 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
Madison, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Madison, 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
Madison, VA

Average snowfall in March - Madison, 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
Madison, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Madison, 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
Madison, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Madison, 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
Madison, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Madison, 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
Madison, VA

Average UV index in March - Madison, 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
Madison, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Madison, 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
Madison, VA

Average visibility in March - Madison, 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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