March weather forecastWilliamstown, WV
March
Weather in March
Welcome to March, as the gears of weather gradually shift towards spring. The average temperature swings from 34.2°F (1.2°C) to 51.1°F (10.6°C), providing relief from the cold conditions of February. Although snowfall decreases to an average of 2.2" (56mm), high rainfall of 2.2" (56mm) demands the need for umbrellas in Williamstown, West Virginia. This month's increase in daylight hours can be noticed as one walks under the clearer skies. Transitioning into April, the season swipes its magic wand and grants a boost in both temperature and daylight.Temperature
The shift from February to March is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 40.6°F (4.8°C) to a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C). Williamstown, during March, witnesses an average low-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 78%.Rainfall
In March, in Williamstown, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout March, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Williamstown, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.1 days and collects up to 24.8" (630mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Williamstown are January through April, October through December. In Williamstown, in March, snow falls for 5.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.2" (56mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.3 snowfall days, and 9.37" (238mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Williamstown is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March in Williamstown, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:18 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:49 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 Williamstown, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Williamstown is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Williamstown, WV
- Average high temperature in March: 51.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 34.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Williamstown, 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
Williamstown, WV
- Average wind speed in March: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Williamstown, WV
- Average humidity in March: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and August (76%).
Average rainfall in March
Williamstown, WV
- Average rainfall in March: 2.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").
Average rainfall days in March
Williamstown, WV
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Williamstown, WV
- Average snowfall in March: 2.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Williamstown, WV
- Average snowfall days in March: 5.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Williamstown, 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 48min
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 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Williamstown, WV
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Williamstown, WV
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Williamstown, WV
- Average cloud cover in March: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in March
Williamstown, 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, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
