March weather forecast
Bristol, WV

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Bristol, is a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 50°F (10°C) and 33.8°F (1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March brings a change in Bristol's weather, with average high-temperatures moving from February's icy 40.6°F (4.8°C) to a cool 50°F (10°C). Bristol experiences an average nighttime temperature of 33.8°F (1°C) in the month of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Bristol, during March, the rain falls for 15.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bristol, there are 186.8 rainfall days, and 38.7" (983mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Bristol. In Bristol, in March, during 8.2 snowfall days, 4.61" (117mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Bristol, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.9 days and aggregates up to 29.41" (747mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Bristol is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:14 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Bristol, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:45 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 Bristol, the average sunshine in March is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March leads to these instructions:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Bristol?

Bristol in March has an average high-temperature of 50°F (10°C) and an average low-temperature of 33.8°F (1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Bristol?

In Bristol, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Bristol?

In Bristol, West Virginia, in March, it is raining for 15.9 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Bristol?

In Bristol, in March, during 8.2 snowfall days, 4.61" (117mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Bristol have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Bristol?

On the first day of March in Bristol, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:14 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:45 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Bristol is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Bristol?

In Bristol, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Bristol, WV

Average temperature in March - Bristol, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 50°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).

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Average pressure in March
Bristol, WV

Average pressure in March - Bristol, WV
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Bristol, WV

Average wind speed in March - Bristol, WV
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Bristol, WV

Average humidity in March - Bristol, WV
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Bristol, WV

Average rainfall in March - Bristol, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

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Average rainfall days in March
Bristol, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Bristol, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Bristol, WV

Average snowfall in March - Bristol, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Bristol, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Bristol, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.1 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
Bristol, WV

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Bristol, WV
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Bristol, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Bristol, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Bristol, WV

Average UV index in March - Bristol, WV
  • 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
Bristol, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Bristol, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in March
Bristol, WV

Average visibility in March - Bristol, WV
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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