March weather forecast
Birch River, WV

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Birch River, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 49.6°F (9.8°C) and 34°F (1.1°C).

Temperature

As Birch River transitions into March, the average high-temperature is observed to slightly rise from a cold 41.4°F (5.2°C) in February to a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C). During the month of March, the temperature in Birch River, West Virginia, generally drops to a low average of 34°F (1.1°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Birch River is 80%.

Rainfall

In Birch River, in March, during 16.8 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 195.1 rainfall days, and 38.98" (990mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Birch River, West Virginia. In Birch River, during March, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.55" (141mm) of snow. In Birch River, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.6 days and aggregates up to 34.25" (870mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Birch River is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:16 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:45 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 March, the average sunshine in Birch River is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Birch River?

During March, Birch River experiences an average high-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C) and a low-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Birch River?

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March in Birch River?

In March, the rain falls for 16.8 days. Throughout March, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Birch River in March?

In Birch River, West Virginia, during March, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.55" (141mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Birch River?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Birch River?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:16 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Birch River, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:45 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Birch River, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Birch River?

The average sunshine duration in March in Birch River is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Birch River?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Birch River, WV

Average temperature in March - Birch River, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Birch River, WV

Average pressure in March - Birch River, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Birch River, WV

Average wind speed in March - Birch River, WV
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.5mph

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
Birch River, WV

Average humidity in March - Birch River, WV
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Birch River, WV

Average rainfall in March - Birch River, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in March
Birch River, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Birch River, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Birch River, WV

Average snowfall in March - Birch River, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Birch River, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Birch River, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Birch River, WV

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Birch River, WV
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Birch River, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Birch River, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (7.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Birch River, WV

Average UV index in March - Birch River, WV
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Birch River, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Birch River, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Birch River, WV

Average visibility in March - Birch River, WV
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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