March weather forecast
Melissa, WV

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Melissa, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 53.2°F (11.8°C) and an average low of 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Melissa's average high-temperature sees a rise, moving from February's frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C) to a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C). During March, the average low-temperature is a wintry 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Melissa is 78%.

Rainfall

In Melissa, West Virginia, in March, during 15.8 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Melissa, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176 days and collects up to 33.15" (842mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Melissa are January through April, October through December. In Melissa, in March, snow falls for 5.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.72" (69mm) of snow. In Melissa, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.2 days and aggregates up to 14.92" (379mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:52 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 Melissa, West Virginia, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.

UV index

In Melissa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Melissa?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Melissa, West Virginia, during March are 53.2°F (11.8°C) and 36.3°F (2.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Melissa?

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Melissa?

In March, in Melissa, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout March, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Melissa in March?

In Melissa, during March, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Melissa have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Melissa?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Melissa, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:52 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Melissa is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Melissa?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Melissa, West Virginia, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Melissa, WV

Average temperature in March - Melissa, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Melissa, WV

Average pressure in March - Melissa, 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 (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Melissa, WV

Average wind speed in March - Melissa, WV
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Melissa, WV

Average humidity in March - Melissa, WV
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Melissa, WV

Average rainfall in March - Melissa, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in March
Melissa, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Melissa, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Melissa, WV

Average snowfall in March - Melissa, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Melissa, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Melissa, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 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
Melissa, WV

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Melissa, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Melissa, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Melissa, WV

Average UV index in March - Melissa, 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
Melissa, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Melissa, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Melissa, WV

Average visibility in March - Melissa, 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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