March weather forecast
Marion, VA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Marion, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.1°F (0.6°C) and 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is accompanied by a modest temperature increase, with the average high-temperature edging up from a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) in February to a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C). Marion experiences a mean temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In Marion, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In March, in Marion, the rain falls for 15.4 days. Throughout March, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 191 rainfall days, and 30.87" (784mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Marion, Virginia, in March, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.36" (60mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.6 snowfall days, and 18.66" (474mm) 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 6:55 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Marion, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:47 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 6.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March translates into the following guidance:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Marion in March?

Marion in March has an average high-temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Marion, during March, the rain falls for 15.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout March, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Marion have in March?

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 6:55 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:47 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 Marion have in March?

In Marion, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Marion, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Marion, VA

Average pressure in March - Marion, VA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Marion, VA

Average wind speed in March - Marion, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Marion, VA

Average humidity in March - Marion, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Marion, VA

Average rainfall in March - Marion, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in March
Marion, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Marion, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Marion, VA

Average snowfall in March - Marion, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Marion, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Marion, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Marion, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Marion, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Marion, VA

Average UV index in March - Marion, VA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Marion, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Marion, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in March
Marion, VA

Average visibility in March - Marion, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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