March weather forecast
Williamsburg, VA

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Over 50 percent of Williamsburg Virginia covered in green and dense forests

Weather in March

March ushers in the spring in Williamsburg, with noticeable shifts in its weather patterns. Average temperatures now range between 40.5°F (4.7°C) and 55.6°F (13.1°C). Notably, this month witnesses the least snowfall with only 0.31" (8mm), marking the city's transition into spring. As new life begins to bloom, the daylight hours increase to 12, providing more opportunities for outdoor activities. The weather conditions in March indicate an imminent change, as Williamsburg bids goodbye to winter and welcomes spring.

Temperature

A minor escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of March, moving from a chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C) in February to a moderate 55.6°F (13.1°C). March nights observe an average temperature dip to a cold 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Humidity

In Williamsburg, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Williamsburg, in March, during 13.8 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.7 rainfall days, and 20.35" (517mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.3 snowfall days, in March, Williamsburg aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 8.3 snowfall days, and 2.52" (64mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:28 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 Williamsburg, Virginia, the average sunshine in March is 6.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March leads to these advisories:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 55.6°F (13.1°C) and 40.5°F (4.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March in Williamsburg is 75%.

How much does it rain in Williamsburg in March?

In Williamsburg, in March, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Williamsburg?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.3 snowfall days, in March, Williamsburg aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Williamsburg 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 6:36 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:28 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.9h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Williamsburg, VA

Average temperature in March - Williamsburg, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.6°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 (45.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Williamsburg, VA

Average pressure in March - Williamsburg, 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
Williamsburg, VA

Average wind speed in March - Williamsburg, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Williamsburg, VA

Average humidity in March - Williamsburg, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

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

Average rainfall in March
Williamsburg, VA

Average rainfall in March - Williamsburg, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.36").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are October and December (1.38").

Average rainfall days in March
Williamsburg, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Williamsburg, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Williamsburg, VA

Average snowfall in March - Williamsburg, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Williamsburg, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Williamsburg, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Williamsburg, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Williamsburg, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Williamsburg, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Williamsburg, VA

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Williamsburg, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Williamsburg, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Williamsburg, VA

Average visibility in March - Williamsburg, 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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