March weather forecast
Chapel, WV

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Chapel, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 34°F (1.1°C) and max 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

March's arrival brings a slight change in high-temperatures, adjusting from an icy 41.4°F (5.2°C) in February to a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C). During the March nights, an average temperature of 34°F (1.1°C) is observed.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Chapel, 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

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Chapel, West Virginia, in March, during 8 snowfall days, 5.55" (141mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 58.6 snowfall days, and 34.25" (870mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:16 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:08 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 Chapel, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In Chapel, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during March morphs into the following directions:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In Chapel, 49.6°F (9.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 34°F (1.1°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

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

How many days does it snow in March?

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

How many hours of daylight does Chapel have in March?

In Chapel, West Virginia, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:16 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:46 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Chapel?

In Chapel, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Chapel, WV

Average temperature in March - Chapel, 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
Chapel, WV

Average pressure in March - Chapel, 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
Chapel, WV

Average wind speed in March - Chapel, 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
Chapel, WV

Average humidity in March - Chapel, 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
Chapel, WV

Average rainfall in March - Chapel, 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
Chapel, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Chapel, 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
Chapel, WV

Average snowfall in March - Chapel, 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
Chapel, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Chapel, 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
Chapel, WV

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Chapel, 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
Chapel, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Chapel, 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
Chapel, WV

Average UV index in March - Chapel, 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
Chapel, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Chapel, 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
Chapel, WV

Average visibility in March - Chapel, 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).

Chapel, West Virginia, USA

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