March weather forecast
Holden, WV

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Holden, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 53.4°F (11.9°C) and min 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

The start of March signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C) in February to a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C). Holden experiences a mean low-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) during March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Holden, in March, during 16.8 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Holden, there are 181.3 rainfall days, and 34.37" (873mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Holden. In March, it is snowing for 5.7 days. Throughout March, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Holden, West Virginia, there are 38.9 snowfall days, and 17.48" (444mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Holden, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Holden, West Virginia, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:50 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 in Holden is 6h.

UV index

In Holden, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Holden in March?

The high-temperature during March is 53.4°F (11.9°C) and the low-temperature is 36.7°F (2.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Holden?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Holden?

In Holden, in March, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Holden in March?

In Holden, West Virginia, during March, snow falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Holden?

In Holden, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Holden?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:50 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Holden is 6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Holden?

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

Average temperature in March - Holden, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Holden, WV

Average pressure in March - Holden, 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 (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Holden, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Holden, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
Holden, WV

Average rainfall in March - Holden, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in March
Holden, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Holden, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Holden, WV

Average snowfall in March - Holden, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Holden, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Holden, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 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
Holden, WV

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Holden, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Holden, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Holden, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Holden, WV

Average UV index in March - Holden, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Holden, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Holden, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in March
Holden, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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