March weather forecast
Markham, VA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Markham, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.6°F (0.9°C) and 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Temperature

March signifies a subtle uplift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) in February to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). An average nighttime temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C) is observed during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, in Markham, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 166.6 rainfall days, and 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.2 days and accumulates 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:05 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 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 6.6h.

UV index

In Markham, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March translates into these guidelines:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 51.4°F (10.8°C) and 33.6°F (0.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Markham, Virginia, in March, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 4.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Markham?

In Markham, in March, during 4.2 snowfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Markham have in March?

In March, the average day length 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 6:05 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 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 in Markham, 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 Markham have in March?

In Markham, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Markham?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Markham is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Markham, VA

Average temperature in March - Markham, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Markham, VA

Average pressure in March - Markham, 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
Markham, VA

Average wind speed in March - Markham, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Markham, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Markham, VA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
Markham, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Markham, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Markham, VA

Average snowfall in March - Markham, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.82"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Markham, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Markham, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Markham, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Markham, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Markham, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Markham, VA

Average UV index in March - Markham, 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
Markham, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Markham, 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 31).

Average visibility in March
Markham, VA

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

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

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