March weather forecast
Nelson, VA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a moderate month in Nelson, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 57.7°F (14.3°C) and 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Temperature

March's arrival coincides with a marginal rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C) to a mild 57.7°F (14.3°C). Nelson records a consistent low-temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 14.9 days. Throughout March, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Nelson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.1 days and collects up to 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 1.1 days. Throughout March, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 7.9 snowfall days, and 6.77" (172mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Nelson, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:36 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 Nelson, the average sunshine in March is 6.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Nelson in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Nelson, is 57.7°F (14.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 39.9°F (4.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 14.9 days. Throughout March, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 1.1 days. Throughout March, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Nelson, 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 6:44 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:36 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 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Nelson, VA

Average temperature in March - Nelson, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 57.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 39.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Nelson, VA

Average pressure in March - Nelson, 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
Nelson, VA

Average wind speed in March - Nelson, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Nelson, VA

Average humidity in March - Nelson, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Nelson, VA

Average rainfall in March - Nelson, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
Nelson, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Nelson, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Nelson, VA

Average snowfall in March - Nelson, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Nelson, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Nelson, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.8 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
Nelson, VA

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

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Nelson, VA

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

Average cloud cover in March
Nelson, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Nelson, 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 32).

Average visibility in March
Nelson, VA

Average visibility in March - Nelson, 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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