March weather forecast
Staunton, VA

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Weather in March

March strikes a balance in the weather chart, neither too cold nor too warm. An uptick in rainfall starts in March, peaking at 1.89" (48mm), a significant jump from the previous months. The length of daylight and sunshine hours continue to rise pleasantly, alluding to warmer days on the horizon. However, the cold hasn't entirely left, with chilly nights still prevalent. This month marks the transition from Winter to Spring and opens up the city to a plethora of activities and festivals.

Temperature

The arrival of March witnesses a small shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) in February to a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C). During the month of March, an average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) is recorded.

Humidity

In Staunton, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Staunton, during March, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. In Staunton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.6 days and collects up to 23.46" (596mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.1 days and accumulates 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Staunton is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:38 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 Staunton, the average sunshine in March is 6.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in March leads to these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In Staunton, 51.3°F (10.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 32.9°F (0.5°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March in Staunton?

In March, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout March, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 4.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In Staunton, in March, during 4.1 snowfall days, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Staunton have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:38 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 Staunton have in March?

In Staunton, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Today
Tomorrow
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Feb
March
Apr
Average high temperature
43.7°F 6.5°C
51.3°F 10.7°C
62.8°F 17.1°C
Average low temperature
26.6°F -3°C
32.9°F 0.5°C
42.8°F 6°C
Average pressure
30.09" 764mmHg
30.09" 764mmHg
29.99" 762mmHg
Average wind speed
7mph 11.3km/h
6.6mph 10.6km/h
6.8mph 10.9km/h
Average max. wind speed
7.6mph 12.2km/h
7.5mph 12.1km/h
7.8mph 12.6km/h
Average wind speed gusts
11.1mph 17.9km/h
10.3mph 16.6km/h
10.6mph 17.1km/h
Average humidity
76%
76%
75%
Average rainfall
1.46" 37mm
1.89" 48mm
2.2" 56mm
Average rainfall days
7.7
11.6
13.7
Average snowfall
3.43" 87mm
4.25" 108mm
0.43" 11mm
Average snowfall days
5.4
4.1
0.3
Average daylight
10h 5min
12h 0min
13h 1min
Average sunshine
5h 4min
6h 5min
9h 1min
Average sunshine days
16.6
15.8
14.8
Average UV index
2
3
4
Average cloud cover
44%
45%
40%
Average visibility
5mi 8km
5mi 8km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in March
Staunton, VA

Average temperature in March - Staunton, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Staunton, VA

Average pressure in March - Staunton, 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
Staunton, VA

Average wind speed in March - Staunton, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Staunton, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Staunton, VA

Average rainfall in March - Staunton, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in March
Staunton, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Staunton, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Staunton, VA

Average snowfall in March - Staunton, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.25"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Staunton, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Staunton, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Staunton, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Staunton, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Staunton, VA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Staunton, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Staunton, VA

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

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

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