March weather forecast
Beech Bottom, WV

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Weather in March

March in Beech Bottom marks the transition from winter to spring, with increasing temperatures and more rain. This month presents signs of a changing season as snowfall days substantially decrease. The days also get longer with daylight hours starting to increase. The mercury continues to rise, yielding an average high temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C). In the weather continuum, March indicates the nearing of spring.

Temperature

March's onset is marked by a temperature increase, moving from an icy 37.4°F (3°C) in February to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C) during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout March, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 147 rainfall days, and 19.57" (497mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The months with the most snowfall are February and March, with an average 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:14 pm EST. On the last day of March, 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 is 5.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during March morphs into the following directions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 47.8°F (8.8°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Beech Bottom, in March, during 11.8 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The months with the most snowfall are February and March, with an average 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In Beech Bottom, in March, during 5.6 snowfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Beech Bottom have in March?

In Beech Bottom, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Beech Bottom, 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.

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

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

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

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Beech Bottom, WV

Average temperature in March - Beech Bottom, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.8°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 (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.3°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 (20.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Beech Bottom, WV

Average pressure in March - Beech Bottom, 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).

Average wind speed in March
Beech Bottom, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Beech Bottom, WV

Average humidity in March - Beech Bottom, WV
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Beech Bottom, WV

Average rainfall in March - Beech Bottom, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in March
Beech Bottom, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Beech Bottom, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Beech Bottom, WV

Average snowfall in March - Beech Bottom, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.48"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Beech Bottom, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Beech Bottom, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Beech Bottom, WV

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Beech Bottom, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Beech Bottom, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Beech Bottom, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Beech Bottom, WV

Average UV index in March - Beech Bottom, WV
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
Beech Bottom, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Beech Bottom, 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).

Average visibility in March
Beech Bottom, WV

Average visibility in March - Beech Bottom, 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).

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