March weather forecast
Wakefield, VA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Wakefield, is a mild month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average high of 56.5°F (13.6°C).

Temperature

March's onset is marked by a subtle temperature increase, moving from a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C) in February to a refreshing 56.5°F (13.6°C). Throughout March nights, Wakefield registers an average low-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 132.9 rainfall days, and 15.59" (396mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During March, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Wakefield, is 56.5°F (13.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 39.7°F (4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

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

How many hours of daylight does Wakefield have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.

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

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 Wakefield, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Wakefield, VA

Average temperature in March - Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, VA

Average pressure in March - Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, VA

Average wind speed in March - Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, VA

Average humidity in March - Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, VA

Average rainfall in March - Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, VA

Average snowfall in March - Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, VA

Average UV index in March - Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, VA

Average visibility in March - Wakefield, 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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