March weather forecastPeterson, WV
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Peterson, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.4°F (10.2°C) and 34°F (1.1°C).Temperature
March brings a slight rise in Peterson's average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C) in February to a cool 50.4°F (10.2°C). Peterson's nighttime temperature in March falls to an average of 34°F (1.1°C).Humidity
In Peterson, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.Rainfall
In Peterson, during March, the rain falls for 16.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 182.8 rainfall days, and 38.62" (981mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Peterson, in March, snow falls for 8 days, with typically accumulated 4.84" (123mm) of snow. In Peterson, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.9 days and aggregates up to 32.17" (817mm) of snow.Daylight
In Peterson, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 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 Peterson, the average sunshine in March is 5.6h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: During March, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Peterson, WV
- Average high temperature in March: 50.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 34°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Peterson, WV
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Peterson, WV
- Average wind speed in March: 6.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).
Average humidity in March
Peterson, WV
- Average humidity in March: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (76%).
Average rainfall in March
Peterson, WV
- Average rainfall in March: 3.31"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in March
Peterson, WV
- Average rainfall days in March: 16.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Peterson, WV
- Average snowfall in March: 4.84"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Peterson, WV
- Average snowfall days in March: 8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Peterson, 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 36min
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 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Peterson, WV
- Average sunshine days in March: 9.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (7.6 days).
Average UV index in March
Peterson, WV
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Peterson, WV
- Average cloud cover in March: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in March
Peterson, WV
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
