March weather forecast
Townsend, VA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Townsend, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 50.5°F (10.3°C) and 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

March's presence records an average high-temperature of a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C), closely mirroring February's climate. A mild drop to an average of 43°F (6.1°C) marks the nights during March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, in Townsend, Virginia, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout March, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 131.1 rainfall days, and 13.54" (344mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in March, Townsend aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Townsend, there are 4 snowfall days, and 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Townsend, Virginia, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Townsend, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:25 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.9h.

UV index

In Townsend, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in March translates into these instructions:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Townsend in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Townsend, is 50.5°F (10.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 43°F (6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Townsend?

The average relative humidity in March in Townsend is 76%.

How much does it rain in Townsend in March?

In Townsend, in March, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Townsend?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in March, Townsend aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Townsend have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Townsend?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Townsend, Virginia, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:25 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Townsend is 6.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Townsend?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Townsend, Virginia, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Townsend, VA

Average temperature in March - Townsend, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.5°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 (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 43°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Townsend, VA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Townsend, VA

Average wind speed in March - Townsend, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 13.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Townsend, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, October and November (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Townsend, VA

Average rainfall in March - Townsend, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.71").

Average rainfall days in March
Townsend, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Townsend, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and October (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Townsend, VA

Average snowfall in March - Townsend, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Townsend, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Townsend, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Townsend, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Townsend, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Townsend, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Townsend, VA

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Townsend, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Townsend, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
Townsend, VA

Average visibility in March - Townsend, 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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