March weather forecast
Norfolk, VA

A breathtaking night panorama of the well developed Norfolk City, Virginia
A breathtaking night panorama of the well developed Norfolk City, Virginia

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Norfolk, is a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between max 54.5°F (12.5°C) and min 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

In Norfolk, the average high-temperature in March marginally rises from a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) in February to a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C). In March, in Norfolk, the average low-temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, in Norfolk, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout March, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Norfolk, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.9 days and collects up to 20.35" (517mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Norfolk. March is the last month it regularly snows in Norfolk. During 0.4 snowfall days, Norfolk aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Norfolk, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.3 days and aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Norfolk, the average seawater temperature in March is 47.1°F (8.4°C).
Note: Swimming in 47.1°F (8.4°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Norfolk is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:26 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Norfolk, Virginia, is 6.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Norfolk is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in March interpret into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in March in Norfolk?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Norfolk, is 54.5°F (12.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Norfolk?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Norfolk?

In Norfolk, during March, the rain falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Norfolk?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Norfolk aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in March in Norfolk?

In Norfolk, in March, the average water temperature is 47.1°F (8.4°C). Swimming in 47.1°F (8.4°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in March in Norfolk?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Norfolk?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:26 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Norfolk, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Norfolk?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Norfolk?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Norfolk, Virginia, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Norfolk, VA

Average temperature in March - Norfolk, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Norfolk, VA

Average pressure in March - Norfolk, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Norfolk, VA

Average wind speed in March - Norfolk, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Norfolk, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Norfolk, VA

Average rainfall in March - Norfolk, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in March
Norfolk, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Norfolk, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Norfolk, VA

Average snowfall in March - Norfolk, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Norfolk, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Norfolk, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Norfolk, VA

Average sea temperature in March - Norfolk, VA
  • Average sea temperature in March: 47.2°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 (44.5°F).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Norfolk, VA
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 59min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 39min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 41min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 54min

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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Norfolk, VA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Norfolk, VA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Norfolk, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Norfolk, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in March
Norfolk, VA

Average visibility in March - Norfolk, 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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