March weather forecastAthens, WV
March
Weather in March
March ushers in the transition from winter to spring in Athens. The biting cold of winter lessens, yet the temperatures maintain the chill characteristic of West Virginia's early year climate. Taking the center stage in major weather happenings is the reduction in snowfall to 7.2" (183mm). March converges the lingering briskness of winter with the early whispers of spring, setting the stage for the transitioning season.Temperature
Athens's transition into March sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, edging from an icy 41.7°F (5.4°C) in February to a cool 50.4°F (10.2°C). The nighttime temperature, during March, averages of 32.7°F (0.4°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Athens is 81%.Rainfall
In Athens, during March, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. In Athens, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.1 days and collects up to 33.62" (854mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Athens, West Virginia, during March, snow falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.2" (183mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 62.6 snowfall days, and 40.2" (1021mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:18 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:46 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 Athens, the average sunshine in March is 6h.UV index
In Athens, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: During March, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Athens, WV
- Average high temperature in March: 50.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 32.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).
Average pressure in March
Athens, WV
- 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
Athens, WV
- Average wind speed in March: 7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Athens, WV
- Average humidity in March: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (78%).
Average rainfall in March
Athens, WV
- Average rainfall in March: 2.87"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").
Average rainfall days in March
Athens, WV
- Average rainfall days in March: 14.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Athens, WV
- Average snowfall in March: 7.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Athens, WV
- Average snowfall days in March: 9.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Athens, WV
- 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 0min
The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Athens, WV
- Average sunshine days in March: 9.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Athens, WV
- 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
Athens, WV
- Average cloud cover in March: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in March
Athens, WV
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and September (4mi).
