March weather forecast
Shipman, VA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Shipman, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of March introduces a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, nudging from a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C) in February to a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C). In March, Shipman's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 35.2°F (1.8°C) during the night.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Shipman, in March, during 14.5 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Shipman, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.7 days and collects up to 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Shipman, in March, during 3.5 snowfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 17.2 snowfall days, and 13.98" (355mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:37 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 6.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

Shipman in March has an average high-temperature of 52.9°F (11.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March in Shipman?

In Shipman, during March, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Shipman?

In March, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout March, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Shipman have 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 6:45 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:37 pm EDT.

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

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 Shipman, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.8h.

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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Shipman, VA

Average temperature in March - Shipman, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Shipman, VA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Shipman, VA

Average wind speed in March - Shipman, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Shipman, VA

Average humidity in March - Shipman, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September, October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Shipman, VA

Average rainfall in March - Shipman, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in March
Shipman, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Shipman, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Shipman, VA

Average snowfall in March - Shipman, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Shipman, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Shipman, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Shipman, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Shipman, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Shipman, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Shipman, VA

Average UV index in March - Shipman, 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
Shipman, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Shipman, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Shipman, VA

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

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

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