March weather forecast
West Springfield, VA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in West Springfield, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.9°F (11.6°C) and 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

The shift into March brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C) in February to a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C). Throughout March, West Springfield's nights cool down to an average of 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Humidity

In West Springfield, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In West Springfield, during March, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 166.5 rainfall days, and 32.76" (832mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In West Springfield, in March, snow falls for 2.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.76" (70mm) of snow. In West Springfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.2 days and aggregates up to 10.79" (274mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:31 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 West Springfield, the average sunshine in March is 7h.

UV index

In West Springfield, 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: The daily high UV index of 3 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

In March, in West Springfield, the average high-temperature is 52.9°F (11.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 36.7°F (2.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In West Springfield, in March, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In West Springfield, during March, snow falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does West Springfield have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:31 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 West Springfield have in March?

In West Springfield, the average sunshine duration in March is 7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
West Springfield, VA

Average temperature in March - West Springfield, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in March
West Springfield, VA

Average pressure in March - West Springfield, 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
West Springfield, VA

Average wind speed in March - West Springfield, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
West Springfield, VA

Average humidity in March - West Springfield, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in March
West Springfield, VA

Average rainfall in March - West Springfield, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.09").

Average rainfall days in March
West Springfield, VA

Average rainfall days in March - West Springfield, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
West Springfield, VA

Average snowfall in March - West Springfield, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
West Springfield, VA

Average snowfall days in March - West Springfield, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 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
West Springfield, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - West Springfield, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
West Springfield, VA

Average sunshine days in March - West Springfield, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.5 days).

Average UV index in March
West Springfield, VA

Average UV index in March - West Springfield, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
West Springfield, VA

Average cloud cover in March - West Springfield, 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 30).

Average visibility in March
West Springfield, VA

Average visibility in March - West Springfield, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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