March weather forecastThe Orchard, WV
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in The Orchard, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and an average high of 47.5°F (8.6°C).Temperature
The Orchard sees an increase in average high-temperatures during March, moving from a wintry 37°F (2.8°C) in February to a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C). Throughout the month of March, The Orchard expects an average low of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.Rainfall
In The Orchard, in March, during 14.5 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 182 rainfall days, and 33.15" (842mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in The Orchard. In The Orchard, West Virginia, in March, during 8.6 snowfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In The Orchard, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.6 days and aggregates up to 22.2" (564mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:14 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:46 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 in The Orchard is 5.4h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
The Orchard, WV
- Average high temperature in March: 47.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 30.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).
Average pressure in March
The Orchard, WV
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
The Orchard, WV
- Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in March
The Orchard, WV
- Average humidity in March: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).
Average rainfall in March
The Orchard, WV
- Average rainfall in March: 2.8"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").
Average rainfall days in March
The Orchard, WV
- Average rainfall days in March: 14.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
The Orchard, WV
- Average snowfall in March: 3.7"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.55").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
The Orchard, WV
- Average snowfall days in March: 8.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
The Orchard, WV
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
The Orchard, WV
- Average sunshine days in March: 9.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and May (8.3 days).
Average UV index in March
The Orchard, WV
- Average UV index in March: 2
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
The Orchard, WV
- Average cloud cover in March: 57
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in March
The Orchard, 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 and February (4mi).
