March weather forecast
Sussex, VA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Sussex, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 56.5°F (13.6°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

Sussex's weather shows a minor temperature rise with the arrival of March, moving from a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C) in February to a refreshing 56.5°F (13.6°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 39.7°F (4.3°C) during March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sussex, in March, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sussex, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.9 days and collects up to 15.59" (396mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows in Sussex. During 1.4 snowfall days, in March, Sussex aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Sussex, Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.3 days and aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Sussex, the average sunshine in March is 6.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Sussex, is 56.5°F (13.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 39.7°F (4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In Sussex, during March, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.4 snowfall days, in March, Sussex aggregates 0.24" (6mm) 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?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:31 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Sussex is 6.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Sussex, VA

Average temperature in March - Sussex, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 56.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 39.7°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 (30.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Sussex, VA

Average pressure in March - Sussex, 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
Sussex, VA

Average wind speed in March - Sussex, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Sussex, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Sussex, VA

Average rainfall in March - Sussex, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in March
Sussex, VA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sussex, VA

Average snowfall in March - Sussex, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sussex, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Sussex, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 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
Sussex, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sussex, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sussex, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Sussex, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Sussex, VA

Average UV index in March - Sussex, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Sussex, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Sussex, 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 33).

Average visibility in March
Sussex, VA

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

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

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