March weather forecast
Elton, WV

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Elton, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 47.8°F (8.8°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

March's arrival coincides with a marginal rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's wintry 39.6°F (4.2°C) to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C). Throughout the month of March, the average temperature in Elton dips to a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) at night.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Elton is 83%.

Rainfall

In Elton, in March, during 13.3 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 181.7 rainfall days, and 35.31" (897mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Elton, in March, during 8.3 snowfall days, 6.42" (163mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Elton, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.2 days and aggregates up to 32.83" (834mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 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 March, the average sunshine is 5.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. 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. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Elton in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Elton, West Virginia, are 47.8°F (8.8°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Elton?

In Elton, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

How many days does it rain in March in Elton?

In Elton, in March, during 13.3 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Elton in March?

In Elton, during March, snow falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.42" (163mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Elton have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Elton?

On the first day of March in Elton, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:45 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Elton?

The average sunshine duration in March in Elton is 5.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Elton?

The months with the lowest UV index in Elton are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in March in Elton?

In Elton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Elton, WV

Average temperature in March - Elton, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Elton, WV

Average pressure in March - Elton, WV
  • 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 (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Elton, WV

Average wind speed in March - Elton, WV
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.1mph

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).

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Average humidity in March
Elton, WV

Average humidity in March - Elton, WV
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (79%).

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Average rainfall in March
Elton, WV

Average rainfall in March - Elton, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in March
Elton, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Elton, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Elton, WV

Average snowfall in March - Elton, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Elton, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Elton, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 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
Elton, WV

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Elton, 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: 5h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Elton, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Elton, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Elton, WV

Average UV index in March - Elton, WV
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Elton, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Elton, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 41).

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Average visibility in March
Elton, WV

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

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

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