March weather forecast
Richwood, WV

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Richwood, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 47.1°F (8.4°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

The commencement of March sees a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 39.2°F (4°C) in February to a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C). An average nighttime temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) is noted during the month of March.

Humidity

In Richwood, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In Richwood, West Virginia, in March, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 3.54" (90mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 197.5 rainfall days, and 41.61" (1057mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Richwood. In March, in Richwood, it is snowing for 9 days. Throughout March, 6.93" (176mm) of snow is accumulated. In Richwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.4 days and aggregates up to 37.4" (950mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Richwood, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:44 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 Richwood, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Richwood in March?

The high-temperature during March is 47.1°F (8.4°C) and the low-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Richwood?

The average relative humidity in March in Richwood is 82%.

How many days does it rain in March in Richwood?

In Richwood, during March, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Richwood in March?

In Richwood, West Virginia, in March, snow falls for 9 days, with typically accumulated 6.93" (176mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Richwood?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Richwood?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Richwood, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:44 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in March in Richwood?

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

Average temperature in March - Richwood, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Richwood, WV

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Richwood, WV

Average wind speed in March - Richwood, WV
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Richwood, WV

Average humidity in March - Richwood, WV
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (79%).

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Average rainfall in March
Richwood, WV

Average rainfall in March - Richwood, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in March
Richwood, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Richwood, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (23.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Richwood, WV

Average snowfall in March - Richwood, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Richwood, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Richwood, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 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
Richwood, WV

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Richwood, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Richwood, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Richwood, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (5.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Richwood, WV

Average UV index in March - Richwood, WV
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Richwood, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Richwood, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in March
Richwood, WV

Average visibility in March - Richwood, WV
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and September (4mi).

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