March weather forecast
Radford, VA

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Weather in March

As March unfolds, it becomes apparent that spring is on the verge of full bloom in Radford. Improving weather conditions are punctuated by a rise in temperatures. March brings a slightly higher rainfall of 2.32" (59mm). There's a notable reduction in snowfall and an increase in daylight hours. The time is ideal for outdoor activities as longer days and lesser snow cover offer better hiking and biking conditions.

Temperature

As March arrives in Radford, Virginia, a slight rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C) in February to a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C). In March, the recorded average low-temperature in Radford is an icy 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Humidity

In Radford, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Radford, Virginia, in March, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Radford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.5 days and collects up to 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Radford. In Radford, Virginia, in March, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.76" (70mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Radford, there are 34 snowfall days, and 17.52" (445mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Radford, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Radford, Virginia, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:16 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:44 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 Radford, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

In Radford, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Radford?

The high-temperature, in March, in Radford, is 51.3°F (10.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 33.6°F (0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Radford?

In Radford, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Radford?

In March, in Radford, Virginia, the rain falls for 15 days. Throughout March, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Radford in March?

In Radford, in March, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Radford have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Radford?

On the first day of March in Radford, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:16 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:44 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Radford, Virginia, is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in March in Radford?

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

Average temperature in March - Radford, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Radford, VA

Average pressure in March - Radford, VA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"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).

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Average wind speed in March
Radford, VA

Average wind speed in March - Radford, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Radford, VA

Average humidity in March - Radford, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
Radford, VA

Average rainfall in March - Radford, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in March
Radford, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Radford, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Radford, VA

Average snowfall in March - Radford, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Radford, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Radford, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Radford, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Radford, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Radford, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Radford, VA

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Radford, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Radford, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in March
Radford, VA

Average visibility in March - Radford, 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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