March weather forecastGrafton, WV
March
Weather in March
March signals the transition from winter to spring in Grafton, with temperatures showing a noticeable upswing. The weather warms significantly from February, with temperatures moving from 32.4°F (0.2°C) to 48.9°F (9.4°C). Annual snowfall decreases dramatically as temperatures rise and days continue to lengthen. A notable characteristic is the improved wind visibility resulting from drier atmospheric conditions. Despite the welcome temperature increase, humidity generally remains high as rainfall remains frequent.Temperature
The start of March brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 39.7°F (4.3°C) in February to a frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C). Throughout the March nights, Grafton encounters a low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 80%.Rainfall
In Grafton, in March, it is raining for 16.5 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Grafton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 184.5 days and collects up to 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Grafton, in March, during 8.3 snowfall days, 5.04" (128mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 58.4 snowfall days, and 31.26" (794mm) 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 6:51 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:43 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 Grafton, the average sunshine in March is 5.7h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Grafton, WV
- Average high temperature in March: 48.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 32.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Grafton, WV
- 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 (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Grafton, WV
- Average wind speed in March: 6.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Grafton, WV
- Average humidity in March: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (77%).
Average rainfall in March
Grafton, WV
- Average rainfall in March: 3.11"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in March
Grafton, WV
- Average rainfall days in March: 16.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Grafton, WV
- Average snowfall in March: 5.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Grafton, WV
- Average snowfall days in March: 8.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Grafton, 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 42min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in March
Grafton, WV
- Average sunshine days in March: 8.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.5 days).
Average UV index in March
Grafton, WV
- Average UV index in March: 3
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Grafton, 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).
Average visibility in March
Grafton, 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).
