March weather forecast
Rectortown, VA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Rectortown, is a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 52.3°F (11.3°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

As February transitions into March, Rectortown notices a gentle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 45°F (7.2°C) to a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C). Rectortown throughout March, records an average low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Rectortown, during March, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. In Rectortown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.5 days and collects up to 29.92" (760mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Rectortown. In Rectortown, in March, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.87" (73mm) of snow. In Rectortown, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.3 days and aggregates up to 13.07" (332mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Rectortown, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Rectortown, Virginia, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of the month, 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 Rectortown, the average sunshine in March is 6.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Rectortown is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March translates into these guidelines:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Rectortown?

During March, Rectortown experiences an average high-temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C) and a low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Rectortown?

The average relative humidity in March in Rectortown, Virginia, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Rectortown in March?

In Rectortown, Virginia, in March, during 13.3 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Rectortown?

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

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Rectortown?

On the first day of March in Rectortown, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:04 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 in Rectortown?

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 Rectortown?

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Rectortown?

In Rectortown, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Rectortown, VA

Average temperature in March - Rectortown, 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
Rectortown, VA

Average pressure in March - Rectortown, 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
Rectortown, VA

Average wind speed in March - Rectortown, 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
Rectortown, VA

Average humidity in March - Rectortown, 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
Rectortown, VA

Average rainfall in March - Rectortown, 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
Rectortown, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Rectortown, 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
Rectortown, VA

Average snowfall in March - Rectortown, 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
Rectortown, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Rectortown, 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
Rectortown, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
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
Rectortown, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Rectortown, 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
Rectortown, VA

Average UV index in March - Rectortown, 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
Rectortown, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Rectortown, 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
Rectortown, VA

Average visibility in March - Rectortown, 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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