Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average sea temperature in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
A minimal variation is noted in Virginia Beach's average high-temperature at the onset of March, reaching a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) from February's 48.2°F (9°C). Virginia Beach temperatures generally rest at a low of 43.3°F (6.3°C) during the March nights.Humidity
In Virginia Beach, Virginia, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.Rainfall
In Virginia Beach, in March, during 12.1 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 134.5 rainfall days, and 14.21" (361mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows in Virginia Beach. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Virginia Beach aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3.8 snowfall days, and 0.47" (12mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In March, the average ocean temperature is 44.8°F (7.1°C).Note: You can swim in 44.8°F (7.1°C) below 50°F (10°C) with proper thermal wear; failing that, the cold shock and respiratory challenges are nearly certain. A short span at 55.4°F (13°C) without it is tough.
Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, 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
The average sunshine in March is 6.9h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March leads to these instructions:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average March temperature?
What is the average humidity in March?
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How cold is the water in March in Virginia Beach?
What is the average length of the day in March?
When are sunrise and sunset in March?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?
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When is the lowest UV index?
How high is the UV index in March?
Average temperature in March
Virginia Beach, VA
- Average high temperature in March: 53.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 43.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Virginia Beach, 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
Virginia Beach, VA
- Average wind speed in March: 12.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Virginia Beach, VA
- Average humidity in March: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (74%).
Average rainfall in March
Virginia Beach, VA
- Average rainfall in March: 0.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.75").
Average rainfall days in March
Virginia Beach, VA
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Virginia Beach, VA
- Average snowfall in March: 0.08"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Virginia Beach, VA
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Virginia Beach, VA
- Average sea temperature in March: 44.9°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (80°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (41.8°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Virginia Beach, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Virginia Beach, VA
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Virginia Beach, VA
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in March
Virginia Beach, VA
- Average cloud cover in March: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in March
Virginia Beach, 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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