March weather forecast
Rescue, VA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Rescue, is a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and an average high of 55.4°F (13°C).

Temperature

March's arrival is noted with a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C) in February to a refreshing 55.4°F (13°C). March nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Rescue, in March, during 14.9 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rescue, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.5 days and collects up to 33.9" (861mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Rescue are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Rescue aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 7.2 snowfall days, and 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
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 March, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:28 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 Rescue, the average sunshine in March is 6.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March translates into the following guidance:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In Rescue, in March, the average high-temperature is 55.4°F (13°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Rescue, in March, it is raining for 14.9 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Rescue aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rescue have in March?

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

When 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 6:52 am and sunset at 7:28 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 Rescue have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Rescue is 6.7h.

How high is the UV index in March in Rescue?

In Rescue, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value 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
Rescue, VA

Average temperature in March - Rescue, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 41.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Rescue, VA

Average pressure in March - Rescue, VA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Rescue, VA

Average wind speed in March - Rescue, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Rescue, VA

Average humidity in March - Rescue, 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 (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Rescue, VA

Average rainfall in March - Rescue, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.52").

Average rainfall days in March
Rescue, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Rescue, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rescue, VA

Average snowfall in March - Rescue, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Rescue, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Rescue, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rescue, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rescue, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Rescue, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Rescue, VA

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Rescue, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Rescue, 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 29).

Average visibility in March
Rescue, VA

Average visibility in March - Rescue, 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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