March weather forecastShinnston, WV
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Shinnston, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 33.3°F (0.7°C) and max 49.3°F (9.6°C).Temperature
The transition from February to March brings a temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a wintry 39.7°F (4.3°C) to a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C). Shinnston, during March nights, observes an average temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 15.7 days. Throughout March, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Shinnston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.1 days and collects up to 37.83" (961mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Shinnston, in March, snow falls for 7.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.61" (117mm) of snow. In Shinnston, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.9 days and aggregates up to 28.82" (732mm) 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 6:14 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:05 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 Shinnston, the average sunshine in March is 5.7h.UV index
In Shinnston, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Shinnston, WV
- Average high temperature in March: 49.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 33.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).
Average pressure in March
Shinnston, 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
Shinnston, WV
- Average wind speed in March: 6.4mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).
Average humidity in March
Shinnston, WV
- Average humidity in March: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (77%).
Average rainfall in March
Shinnston, WV
- Average rainfall in March: 3.07"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (2.2").
Average rainfall days in March
Shinnston, WV
- Average rainfall days in March: 15.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Shinnston, WV
- Average snowfall in March: 4.61"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Shinnston, WV
- Average snowfall days in March: 7.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Shinnston, 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 24min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Shinnston, WV
- Average sunshine days in March: 10.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Shinnston, WV
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Shinnston, WV
- Average cloud cover in March: 55
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
Shinnston, WV
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).
