March weather forecast
Short Pump, VA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a refreshing month in Short Pump, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average high of 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March sees a slight increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) to a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C). Throughout the month of March, the nighttime temperature in Short Pump dips to an average of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Humidity

In Short Pump, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Short Pump, in March, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.1 rainfall days, and 26.22" (666mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Short Pump. In Short Pump, in March, during 1.5 snowfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Short Pump, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.5 days and aggregates up to 6.42" (163mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Short Pump, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Short Pump, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:32 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 6.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Short Pump is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Short Pump in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Short Pump, Virginia, are 55.9°F (13.3°C) and 38.8°F (3.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Short Pump?

In Short Pump, Virginia, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Short Pump?

In Short Pump, Virginia, during March, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Short Pump?

In March, in Short Pump, Virginia, it is snowing for 1.5 days. Throughout March, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Short Pump have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Short Pump?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Short Pump, Virginia, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:32 pm EDT.

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

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 Short Pump?

The average sunshine duration in March in Short Pump, Virginia, is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Short Pump?

In Short Pump, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Short Pump, VA

Average temperature in March - Short Pump, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Short Pump, VA

Average pressure in March - Short Pump, 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
Short Pump, VA

Average wind speed in March - Short Pump, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Short Pump, VA

Average humidity in March - Short Pump, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Short Pump, VA

Average rainfall in March - Short Pump, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in March
Short Pump, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Short Pump, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Short Pump, VA

Average snowfall in March - Short Pump, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Short Pump, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Short Pump, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Short Pump, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Short Pump, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Short Pump, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Short Pump, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Short Pump, VA

Average UV index in March - Short Pump, VA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Short Pump, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Short Pump, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Short Pump, VA

Average visibility in March - Short Pump, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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