March weather forecast
Point Pleasant, WV

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Weather in March

March in Point Pleasant brings forth a major shift in weather with the onset of Spring. This month experiences a considerable increase in temperatures as compared to February, reaching a peak value of 52.5°F (11.4°C). While the rainfall is evenly distributed across the month, the frequency of snowfall drops considerably. The length of daylight begins to increase, signaling longer and brighter days ahead. With the arrival of spring, the harsh winter chill slowly begins to diminish.

Temperature

As March begins in Point Pleasant, there is an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C) in February to a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C). In Point Pleasant, the March nights cool down to an average low of 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Point Pleasant, in March, it is raining for 14.9 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Point Pleasant, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.2 days and collects up to 27.56" (700mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Point Pleasant. In Point Pleasant, during March, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.5 snowfall days, and 7.2" (183mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Point Pleasant is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Point Pleasant, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:51 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

The average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Point Pleasant is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Point Pleasant?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Point Pleasant, West Virginia, during March are 52.5°F (11.4°C) and 35.8°F (2.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Point Pleasant?

In March, the average relative humidity in Point Pleasant, West Virginia, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Point Pleasant?

In Point Pleasant, West Virginia, in March, during 14.9 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Point Pleasant?

In Point Pleasant, West Virginia, in March, snow falls for 4.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Point Pleasant have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Point Pleasant?

On the first day of March in Point Pleasant, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:51 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Point Pleasant, West Virginia, is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Point Pleasant?

In Point Pleasant, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Point Pleasant, WV

Average temperature in March - Point Pleasant, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.5°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 (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Point Pleasant, WV

Average pressure in March - Point Pleasant, WV
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Point Pleasant, WV

Average wind speed in March - Point Pleasant, WV
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Point Pleasant, WV

Average humidity in March - Point Pleasant, WV
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Point Pleasant, WV

Average rainfall in March - Point Pleasant, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in March
Point Pleasant, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Point Pleasant, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Point Pleasant, WV

Average snowfall in March - Point Pleasant, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Point Pleasant, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Point Pleasant, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Point Pleasant, WV

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Point Pleasant, 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: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Point Pleasant, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Point Pleasant, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Point Pleasant, WV

Average UV index in March - Point Pleasant, 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
Point Pleasant, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Point Pleasant, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

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
Point Pleasant, WV

Average visibility in March - Point Pleasant, WV
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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