March weather forecast
Salem, WV

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Salem, is a fresh month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 50°F (10°C) and an average low of 33.8°F (1°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is accompanied by a temperature increase, with the average high-temperature rising from a cold 40.6°F (4.8°C) in February to a fresh 50°F (10°C). Salem throughout March, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 33.8°F (1°C).

Humidity

In Salem, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Salem, during March, the rain falls for 15.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation. In Salem, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186.8 days and collects up to 38.7" (983mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 8.2 days. Throughout March, 4.61" (117mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Salem, there are 58.9 snowfall days, and 29.41" (747mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Salem, sunrise is at 7:06 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 Salem, West Virginia, the average sunshine in March is 5.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During March, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Salem?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Salem, is 50°F (10°C) and the average low-temperature is 33.8°F (1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Salem?

In March, the average relative humidity in Salem, West Virginia, is 79%.

How much does it rain in Salem in March?

In Salem, West Virginia, during March, the rain falls for 15.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Salem?

In March, in Salem, West Virginia, it is snowing for 8.2 days. Throughout March, 4.61" (117mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

In March, the average day length in Salem, West Virginia, is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Salem?

On the first day of March in Salem, West Virginia, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:45 pm EDT.

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

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 Salem?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Salem, West Virginia, is 5.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Salem?

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

Average temperature in March - Salem, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 50°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).

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Average pressure in March
Salem, WV

Average pressure in March - Salem, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Salem, WV

Average wind speed in March - Salem, 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 (4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Salem, WV

Average humidity in March - Salem, WV
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Salem, WV

Average rainfall in March - Salem, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

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Average rainfall days in March
Salem, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Salem, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Salem, WV

Average snowfall in March - Salem, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Salem, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Salem, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.1 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
Salem, WV

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Salem, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Salem, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Salem, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Salem, WV

Average UV index in March - Salem, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Salem, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in March
Salem, WV

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

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

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