March weather forecast
Sunbeam, VA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Sunbeam, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 57.2°F (14°C) and 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Temperature

The shift into March brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C) in February to a refreshing 57.2°F (14°C). March nights in Sunbeam are marked by an average temperature drop to a wintry 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sunbeam, in March, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 173.1 rainfall days, and 33.82" (859mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Sunbeam. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Sunbeam aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Sunbeam, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.9 days and aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Sunbeam, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:29 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 Sunbeam, the average sunshine in March is 6.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In Sunbeam, in March, the average high-temperature is 57.2°F (14°C), and the average low-temperature is 40.6°F (4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout March, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Sunbeam aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.

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

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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Sunbeam, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Sunbeam, VA

Average temperature in March - Sunbeam, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 57.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Sunbeam, VA

Average pressure in March - Sunbeam, 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
Sunbeam, VA

Average wind speed in March - Sunbeam, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Sunbeam, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Sunbeam, VA

Average rainfall in March - Sunbeam, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.28").

Average rainfall days in March
Sunbeam, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Sunbeam, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sunbeam, VA

Average snowfall in March - Sunbeam, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sunbeam, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Sunbeam, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sunbeam, 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: 6h and 5min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sunbeam, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Sunbeam, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Sunbeam, VA

Average UV index in March - Sunbeam, VA
  • Average UV index in March: 4

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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Sunbeam, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Sunbeam, 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 31).

Average visibility in March
Sunbeam, VA

Average visibility in March - Sunbeam, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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