March weather forecastRavenswood, WV

March

Weather in March

March provides relief from freezing temperatures, hinting the onset of spring, leading to an appreciable increase in the temperature. The receding winter chill is reflected in the decline in snowfall to 2.48in, marking an end to the heavy snow days. The gradual transition brings more daylight hours, adding vibrancy to the city. The growing greenery and blooming flowers combined with comfortable temperatures make outdoor activities highly enjoyable.

Temperature

The start of March signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C) in February to a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C). Ravenswood observes an average low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Ravenswood, during March, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation. In Ravenswood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.2 days and collects up to 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ravenswood, in March, snow falls for 5.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.48" (63mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 40.4 snowfall days, and 15.91" (404mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 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 is 5.8h.

UV index

In Ravenswood, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in March, in Ravenswood, is 52.3°F (11.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 35.2°F (1.8°C).

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

In Ravenswood, West Virginia, in March, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation.

In Ravenswood, in March, snow falls for 5.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

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

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:50 pm EDT.

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.

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Ravenswood, WV

  • Average high temperature in March: 52.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Ravenswood, 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
Ravenswood, WV

  • Average wind speed in March: 6.5mph

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 (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Ravenswood, 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 (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Ravenswood, WV

  • Average rainfall in March: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in March
Ravenswood, WV

  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ravenswood, WV

  • Average snowfall in March: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ravenswood, WV

  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ravenswood, 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 48min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ravenswood, WV

  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and May (9.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Ravenswood, 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).

Average cloud cover in March
Ravenswood, WV

  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Ravenswood, 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).