March weather forecast
Tappahannock, VA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Tappahannock, is a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.3°F (12.4°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Temperature

In Tappahannock, the average high-temperature in March slightly rises, from a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) in February, to a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C). Tappahannock throughout March, records an average low-temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Tappahannock is 74%.

Rainfall

In Tappahannock, Virginia, in March, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Tappahannock, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.5 days and collects up to 31.42" (798mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 2 days. Throughout March, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated. In Tappahannock, during the entire year, snow falls for 12 days and aggregates up to 6.89" (175mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Tappahannock, 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 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Tappahannock, sunrise is at 6:52 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 Tappahannock, the average sunshine in March is 6.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Tappahannock?

Tappahannock in March has an average high-temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Tappahannock?

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Tappahannock?

In Tappahannock, in March, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Tappahannock?

In Tappahannock, in March, snow falls for 2 days, with typically accumulated 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Tappahannock?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Tappahannock?

On the first day of March in Tappahannock, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Tappahannock, Virginia, 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 Tappahannock have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Tappahannock, Virginia, is 6.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Tappahannock?

In Tappahannock, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Tappahannock, VA

Average temperature in March - Tappahannock, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 54.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Tappahannock, VA

Average pressure in March - Tappahannock, VA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Tappahannock, VA

Average wind speed in March - Tappahannock, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Tappahannock, VA

Average humidity in March - Tappahannock, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Tappahannock, VA

Average rainfall in March - Tappahannock, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in March
Tappahannock, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Tappahannock, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Tappahannock, VA

Average snowfall in March - Tappahannock, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Tappahannock, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Tappahannock, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 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
Tappahannock, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Tappahannock, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Tappahannock, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Tappahannock, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Tappahannock, VA

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

Average cloud cover in March
Tappahannock, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Tappahannock, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Tappahannock, VA

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

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

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