March weather forecast
Yards, VA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Yards, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 50.7°F (10.4°C) and an average low of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

As March arrives, a slight rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from an icy 42.6°F (5.9°C) in February to a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C). During the month of March, Yards anticipates a mean low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Yards, Virginia, is 80%.

Rainfall

In Yards, during March, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. In Yards, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.7 days and collects up to 29.96" (761mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Yards, Virginia, in March, during 6.5 snowfall days, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Yards, there are 46.5 snowfall days, and 27.36" (695mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Yards is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Yards, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:47 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 in Yards is 6.4h.

UV index

In Yards, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in March transforms into this advice:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against 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 Yards in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 50.7°F (10.4°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Yards?

In Yards, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March in Yards?

In Yards, in March, during 14.7 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Yards?

In Yards, Virginia, in March, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Yards have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Yards?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Yards, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:47 pm EDT.

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

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

In Yards, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Yards?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Yards, VA

Average temperature in March - Yards, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Yards, VA

Average pressure in March - Yards, VA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Yards, VA

Average wind speed in March - Yards, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Yards, VA

Average humidity in March - Yards, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Yards, VA

Average rainfall in March - Yards, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in March
Yards, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Yards, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10 days).

Average snowfall in March
Yards, VA

Average snowfall in March - Yards, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Yards, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Yards, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Yards, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Yards, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Yards, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Yards, VA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Yards, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Yards, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March
Yards, VA

Average visibility in March - Yards, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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