March weather forecast
Wheeling, WV

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Weather in March

In March, Wheeling sees a transition toward more amiable weather. Marginal elevations in temperature usher in the spring season and the thermal contrast felt from 31.5°F (-0.3°C) to 48.4°F (9.1°C) becomes evident. Rainfall outperforms snowfall as the common form of precipitation. Encouragingly, daylight duration surges, as the atmosphere gradually reduces its winter-like embrace. In contrast to the next month, March has fewer rainfall days.

Temperature

As February gives way to March, the average high-temperature in Wheeling displays an increase, moving from a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C) to a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C). In Wheeling, March is marked by an average low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Wheeling, in March, during 13.9 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Wheeling, there are 166.3 rainfall days, and 25.94" (659mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Wheeling are January through April, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout March, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is accumulated. In Wheeling, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.4 days and aggregates up to 14.06" (357mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Wheeling is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:07 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

In Wheeling, the average sunshine in March is 5.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. 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 temperature in March in Wheeling?

The high-temperature, in March, in Wheeling, is 48.4°F (9.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Wheeling?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Wheeling?

In Wheeling, West Virginia, during March, the rain falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Wheeling?

In Wheeling, West Virginia, in March, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in March in Wheeling, West Virginia, is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Wheeling?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Wheeling, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:46 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Wheeling is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Wheeling?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Wheeling, West Virginia, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Wheeling, WV

Average temperature in March - Wheeling, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Wheeling, WV

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Wheeling, WV

Average wind speed in March - Wheeling, WV
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Wheeling, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Wheeling, WV

Average rainfall in March - Wheeling, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in March
Wheeling, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Wheeling, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Wheeling, WV

Average snowfall in March - Wheeling, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Wheeling, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Wheeling, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.9 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
Wheeling, WV

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Wheeling, 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 2min

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 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Wheeling, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Wheeling, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Wheeling, WV

Average UV index in March - Wheeling, WV
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Wheeling, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Wheeling, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

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
Wheeling, WV

Average visibility in March - Wheeling, 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).

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