March weather forecast
South Boston, VA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in South Boston, is a moderate month, with an average temperature varying between 39.7°F (4.3°C) and 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March introduces a minor uplift in high-temperatures, adjusting from a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C) in February to a refreshing 57.7°F (14.3°C). In South Boston, in March, the average low-temperature is a cold 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Humidity

In South Boston, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In South Boston, in March, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. In South Boston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.9 days and collects up to 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In South Boston, in March, during 1.4 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In South Boston, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.2 days and aggregates up to 7.64" (194mm) of snow.

Daylight

In South Boston, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 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 7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in South Boston is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

During March, South Boston experiences an average high-temperature of 57.7°F (14.3°C) and a low-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In South Boston, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In South Boston, in March, during 14.8 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In South Boston, during March, snow falls for 1.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does South Boston have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:37 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in South Boston, 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 South Boston, the average sunshine duration in March is 7h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In South Boston, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
South Boston, VA

Average temperature in March - South Boston, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 57.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 39.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.4°F).

Average pressure in March
South Boston, VA

Average pressure in March - South Boston, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
South Boston, VA

Average wind speed in March - South Boston, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
South Boston, VA

Average humidity in March - South Boston, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in March
South Boston, VA

Average rainfall in March - South Boston, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in March
South Boston, VA

Average rainfall days in March - South Boston, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
South Boston, VA

Average snowfall in March - South Boston, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
South Boston, VA

Average snowfall days in March - South Boston, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.4 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.1 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
South Boston, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
South Boston, VA

Average sunshine days in March - South Boston, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
South Boston, VA

Average UV index in March - South Boston, VA
  • Average UV index in March: 4

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
South Boston, VA

Average cloud cover in March - South Boston, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
South Boston, VA

Average visibility in March - South Boston, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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