March weather forecast
Prater, VA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Prater, is a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Temperature

March's arrival coincides with a marginal rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's frosty 44.6°F (7°C) to a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C). Prater registers a consistent average low-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C) during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Prater, Virginia, is 79%.

Rainfall

In Prater, in March, during 15.8 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Prater, there are 169.1 rainfall days, and 32.09" (815mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Prater. In Prater, in March, during 6.1 snowfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Prater, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.4 days and aggregates up to 22.36" (568mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Prater, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:50 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 6.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Prater, Virginia, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Prater in March?

In March, in Prater, the average high-temperature is 53.2°F (11.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 36.1°F (2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Prater?

In Prater, Virginia, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Prater?

In March, in Prater, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout March, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Prater?

In Prater, in March, snow falls for 6.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Prater?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Prater?

On the first day of March in Prater, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:50 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Prater, 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 Prater have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Prater?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Prater, VA

Average pressure in March - Prater, VA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.1"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Prater, VA

Average wind speed in March - Prater, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Prater, VA

Average humidity in March - Prater, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Prater, VA

Average rainfall in March - Prater, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in March
Prater, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Prater, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Prater, VA

Average snowfall in March - Prater, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.82"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Prater, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Prater, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Prater, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Prater, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Prater, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Prater, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Prater, VA

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

Average cloud cover in March
Prater, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Prater, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Prater, VA

Average visibility in March - Prater, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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