March weather forecast
Palmers Crossroads, VA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Palmers Crossroads, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 35.2°F (1.8°C) and max 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Temperature

The onset of March introduces a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, nudging from a chilly 45°F (7.2°C) in February to a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C). The average low-temperature in Palmers Crossroads during March nights is a wintry 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Palmers Crossroads, in March, during 13.3 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Palmers Crossroads, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.5 days and collects up to 29.92" (760mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout March, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is accumulated. In Palmers Crossroads, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.3 days and aggregates up to 13.07" (332mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:05 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:34 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.9h.

UV index

In Palmers Crossroads, 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in March translates into these instructions:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Palmers Crossroads, is 52.3°F (11.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 35.2°F (1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Palmers Crossroads, during March, snow falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Palmers Crossroads 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 6:42 am and sunset at 6:05 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:34 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 Palmers Crossroads have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average temperature in March - Palmers Crossroads, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average pressure in March - Palmers Crossroads, 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
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average wind speed in March - Palmers Crossroads, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average humidity in March - Palmers Crossroads, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average rainfall in March - Palmers Crossroads, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Palmers Crossroads, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average snowfall in March - Palmers Crossroads, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Palmers Crossroads, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Palmers Crossroads, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Palmers Crossroads, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average UV index in March - Palmers Crossroads, 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
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Palmers Crossroads, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average visibility in March - Palmers Crossroads, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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