March weather forecast
Newport News, VA

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Weather in March

Signaling the beginning of spring, the average temperature in March rises to 53.2°F (11.8°C). Typically, March exhibits an escalating pattern of average sea temperature, hinting at the upcoming warmer months. The hours of sunshine become longer in Newport News, accentuating the spring feel. An uptick in the number of rainfall days is a common scene during this period. March is a true indication of the vibrancy of spring, with the city donning a delightful floral blanket.

Temperature

Newport News's March showcases an average high-temperature of a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C), hardly distinct from February's 48°F (8.9°C). In March, Newport News records an average nighttime temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout March, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 161.2 rainfall days, and 28.43" (722mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in March, Newport News aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Newport News, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.3 days and aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Newport News, Virginia, the average seawater temperature in March is 47.1°F (8.4°C).
Note: Beware of 47.1°F (8.4°C) waters at 55.4°F (13°C), they're uninviting, and a dip below 50°F (10°C) has risks of breath loss and cold shock, contingent on health.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:27 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 Newport News, the average sunshine in March is 6.9h.

UV index

In Newport News, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March leads to these advisories:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 53.2°F (11.8°C) and a low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Newport News, Virginia, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Newport News, in March, during 14.8 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in March, Newport News aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in March?

In Newport News, the average seawater temperature in March is 47.1°F (8.4°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Newport News have in March?

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 6:35 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:27 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Newport News?

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 Newport News have in March?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Newport News, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Newport News, VA

Average temperature in March - Newport News, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Newport News, VA

Average pressure in March - Newport News, VA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Newport News, VA

Average wind speed in March - Newport News, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8mph).

Average humidity in March
Newport News, VA

Average humidity in March - Newport News, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Newport News, VA

Average rainfall in March - Newport News, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.05"

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

Average rainfall days in March
Newport News, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Newport News, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Newport News, VA

Average snowfall in March - Newport News, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Newport News, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Newport News, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Newport News, VA

Average sea temperature in March - Newport News, VA
  • Average sea temperature in March: 47.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (80°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (44.5°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Newport News, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Newport News, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Newport News, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Newport News, VA

Average UV index in March - Newport News, VA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Newport News, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Newport News, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Newport News, VA

Average visibility in March - Newport News, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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