March weather forecast
Swords Creek, VA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Swords Creek, is a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 34.2°F (1.2°C) and 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Temperature

Swords Creek's transition into March is marked by a minor temperature shift, moving from a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) in February to a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C). In Swords Creek, March is marked by an average low-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Humidity

In Swords Creek, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Swords Creek, in March, during 13.6 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.9 rainfall days, and 23.31" (592mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Swords Creek, in March, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 3.43" (87mm) of snow. In Swords Creek, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.2 days and aggregates up to 18.03" (458mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Swords Creek, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:49 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 Swords Creek, the average sunshine in March is 6.2h.

UV index

In Swords Creek, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

During March, Swords Creek experiences an average high-temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C) and a low-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Swords Creek, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout March, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 6 days. Throughout March, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Swords Creek have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:49 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 Swords Creek have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Swords Creek is 6.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Swords Creek, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Swords Creek, VA

Average temperature in March - Swords Creek, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Swords Creek, VA

Average pressure in March - Swords Creek, VA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Swords Creek, VA

Average wind speed in March - Swords Creek, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Swords Creek, VA

Average humidity in March - Swords Creek, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Swords Creek, VA

Average rainfall in March - Swords Creek, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").

Average rainfall days in March
Swords Creek, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Swords Creek, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Swords Creek, VA

Average snowfall in March - Swords Creek, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Swords Creek, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Swords Creek, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Swords Creek, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Swords Creek, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Swords Creek, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Swords Creek, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Swords Creek, VA

Average UV index in March - Swords Creek, VA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Swords Creek, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Swords Creek, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in March
Swords Creek, VA

Average visibility in March - Swords Creek, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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