March weather forecast
Merchant, VA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a mild month in Merchant, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 39.9°F (4.4°C) and max 57.4°F (14.1°C).

Temperature

As Merchant transitions into March, a marginal rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C) in February to a refreshing 57.4°F (14.1°C). The average temperature during March nights dips to a cold 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Merchant, in March, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 159.5 rainfall days, and 30.39" (772mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 1.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Merchant is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:33 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 March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. 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 daily maximum UV index of 4 in March interprets into the following advice:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Merchant in March?

In Merchant, in March, the average high-temperature is 57.4°F (14.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 39.9°F (4.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Merchant, in March, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 1.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Merchant, during March, snow falls for 1.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:33 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Merchant, VA

Average temperature in March - Merchant, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 57.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 39.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Merchant, VA

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

Average wind speed in March
Merchant, VA

Average wind speed in March - Merchant, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Merchant, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Merchant, VA

Average rainfall in March - Merchant, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
Merchant, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Merchant, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Merchant, VA

Average snowfall in March - Merchant, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Merchant, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Merchant, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.2 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
Merchant, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Merchant, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Merchant, VA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in March
Merchant, VA

Average UV index in March - Merchant, VA
  • Average UV index in March: 4

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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Merchant, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Merchant, VA

Average visibility in March - Merchant, 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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