March weather forecast
Rushmere, VA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Rushmere, is a mild month, with an average temperature ranging between min 41.5°F (5.3°C) and max 55.4°F (13°C).

Temperature

March's onset brings a subtle temperature rise, moving from a frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C) in February to a refreshing 55.4°F (13°C). March nights observe an average temperature dip to a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

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

Ocean temperature

In March, the average ocean temperature is 50.5°F (10.3°C).
Note: While a brief time in 50.5°F (10.3°C) at 55.4°F (13°C) is already bracing, plunging below 50°F (10°C) can severely affect breathing and introduce a cold shock, relying on your physical state.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, 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 Rushmere, the average sunshine in March is 6.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

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

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Rushmere, 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, Rushmere aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in March?

In Rushmere, in March, the average water temperature is 50.5°F (10.3°C). Swimming in 50.5°F (10.3°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Rushmere have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 6:01 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 Rushmere have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Rushmere, 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
Rushmere, VA

Average pressure in March - Rushmere, 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
Rushmere, VA

Average wind speed in March - Rushmere, 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
Rushmere, VA

Average humidity in March - Rushmere, 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
Rushmere, VA

Average rainfall in March - Rushmere, 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
Rushmere, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Rushmere, 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
Rushmere, VA

Average snowfall in March - Rushmere, 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
Rushmere, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Rushmere, 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 sea temperature in March
Rushmere, VA

Average sea temperature in March - Rushmere, VA
  • Average sea temperature in March: 50.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (79.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (48.7°F).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rushmere, 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
Rushmere, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Rushmere, 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
Rushmere, VA

Average UV index in March - Rushmere, 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
Rushmere, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Rushmere, 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
Rushmere, VA

Average visibility in March - Rushmere, 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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