March weather forecast
Clifton, WV

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Clifton, is a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 52.5°F (11.4°C).

Temperature

The start of March brings a shift in the average high-temperature, increasing from February's icy 42.1°F (5.6°C) to a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C). Clifton records an average low of 35.4°F (1.9°C) throughout the nights in March.

Humidity

In Clifton, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Clifton, in March, it is raining for 15.5 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 172.1 rainfall days, and 33.03" (839mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout March, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 40.2 snowfall days, and 13.62" (346mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Clifton, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:51 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 is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Clifton, West Virginia, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Clifton, records 52.5°F (11.4°C), while the low-temperature is 35.4°F (1.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 15.5 days. Throughout March, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Clifton, during March, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Clifton, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Clifton, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:51 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 Clifton have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.7h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Clifton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Clifton, WV

Average temperature in March - Clifton, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Clifton, WV

Average pressure in March - Clifton, 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
Clifton, WV

Average wind speed in March - Clifton, WV
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Clifton, WV

Average humidity in March - Clifton, WV
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Clifton, WV

Average rainfall in March - Clifton, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in March
Clifton, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Clifton, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Clifton, WV

Average snowfall in March - Clifton, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Clifton, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Clifton, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Clifton, WV

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Clifton, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Clifton, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Clifton, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Clifton, WV

Average UV index in March - Clifton, WV
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Clifton, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Clifton, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Clifton, WV

Average visibility in March - Clifton, 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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