March weather forecastMartinsburg, WV
March
Weather in March
Transitioning into spring in March, Martinsburg experiences a considerable rise in temperatures. The most notable shift in the weather is the increase in precipitation, with rainfall reaching its highest at 0.94" (24mm). Signs of thawing become apparent with the gradually retreating snowfall. March is the time when the city begins shaking off winter's chill, and gentler winds carry the promise of warmer weather. Days lengthening and more sunshine transforms the cityscape from glittering white to blooming colours.Temperature
In Martinsburg, the average high-temperature in March slightly increases from a cold 42.1°F (5.6°C) in February to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). Martinsburg witnesses an average low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) throughout the month of March.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 75%.Rainfall
In Martinsburg, in March, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 117.3 rainfall days, and 12.24" (311mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Martinsburg, during March, snow falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 17.1 snowfall days, and 4.69" (119mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Martinsburg, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:35 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 Martinsburg, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.UV index
In Martinsburg, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following advice:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Martinsburg, WV
- Average high temperature in March: 50.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 33.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Martinsburg, 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 (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Martinsburg, WV
- Average wind speed in March: 7.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Martinsburg, WV
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).
Average rainfall in March
Martinsburg, WV
- Average rainfall in March: 0.94"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").
Average rainfall days in March
Martinsburg, WV
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Martinsburg, WV
- Average snowfall in March: 1.1"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Martinsburg, WV
- Average snowfall days in March: 3.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Martinsburg, 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 24min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Martinsburg, WV
- Average sunshine days in March: 17.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.6 days).
Average UV index in March
Martinsburg, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Martinsburg, WV
- Average cloud cover in March: 48
The months with the most cloud cover are January, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in March
Martinsburg, WV
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, September and October (5mi).
