March weather forecast
Quantico, VA

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Weather in March

As spring begins to bloom, March experiences a distinct rise in warmth. Balancing between a high of 54.1°F (12.3°C) and a low of 37°F (2.8°C), this month gives the first signs of milder weather. It is a month characterized by change; with the increasing temperature, there is also an increase in precipitation. It's a bullish period of transition as Quantico leaves the cold of winter behind and anticipates the spring sun. The extended hours of daylight become increasingly noticeable, hinting at the longer sunlit days to come.

Temperature

March's arrival in Quantico, Virginia, coincides with a subtle temperature rise, moving from February's chilly 46°F (7.8°C) to a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C). In March, Quantico reports a consistent average low-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Quantico, in March, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Quantico, there are 155.6 rainfall days, and 31.61" (803mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In March, in Quantico, it is snowing for 2.4 days. Throughout March, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated. In Quantico, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.5 days and aggregates up to 8.23" (209mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Quantico is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 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 Quantico, the average sunshine in March is 6.7h.

UV index

In Quantico, 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 rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Quantico?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Quantico, is 54.1°F (12.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 37°F (2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Quantico?

In Quantico, Virginia, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How much does it rain in Quantico in March?

In Quantico, Virginia, during March, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Quantico in March?

In Quantico, in March, snow falls for 2.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Quantico have in March?

The average day length in March in Quantico, Virginia, is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Quantico?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Quantico, Virginia, is 6.7h.

How high is the UV index in March in Quantico?

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

Average temperature in March - Quantico, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 54.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Quantico, VA

Average pressure in March - Quantico, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Quantico, VA

Average wind speed in March - Quantico, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Quantico, VA

Average humidity in March - Quantico, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, April and July (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Quantico, VA

Average rainfall in March - Quantico, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in March
Quantico, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Quantico, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Quantico, VA

Average snowfall in March - Quantico, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Quantico, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Quantico, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Quantico, 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: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Quantico, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Quantico, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Quantico, VA

Average UV index in March - Quantico, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Quantico, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Quantico, 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 32).

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Average visibility in March
Quantico, VA

Average visibility in March - Quantico, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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