March weather forecast
Powhatan, VA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Powhatan, is a moderate month, with an average temperature varying between 38.8°F (3.8°C) and 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals a modest temperature shift, moving from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in February to a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C). The average temperature in Powhatan during March nights dips to a wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Powhatan, in March, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.1 rainfall days, and 26.22" (666mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Powhatan, during March, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow. In Powhatan, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.5 days and aggregates up to 6.42" (163mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:05 pm EST. On the last day of the month, 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

In March, the average sunshine is 6.6h.

UV index

In Powhatan, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following instructions:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

Powhatan in March has an average high-temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Powhatan?

In Powhatan, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Powhatan, in March, during 14.1 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Powhatan, in March, during 1.5 snowfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:05 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 many hours of sunshine does Powhatan have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Powhatan, Virginia, is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Powhatan is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Powhatan, VA

Average temperature in March - Powhatan, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Powhatan, VA

Average pressure in March - Powhatan, 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
Powhatan, VA

Average wind speed in March - Powhatan, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Powhatan, VA

Average humidity in March - Powhatan, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Powhatan, VA

Average rainfall in March - Powhatan, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in March
Powhatan, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Powhatan, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Powhatan, VA

Average snowfall in March - Powhatan, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Powhatan, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Powhatan, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 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
Powhatan, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Powhatan, 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 36min).

  • 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 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Powhatan, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Powhatan, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Powhatan, VA

Average UV index in March - Powhatan, VA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Powhatan, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Powhatan, 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
Powhatan, VA

Average visibility in March - Powhatan, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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