March weather forecast
Colfax, WV

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Colfax, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 49.1°F (9.5°C) and min 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Temperature

Colfax sees an increase in the average high-temperature with the arrival of March, moving from February's cold 39.7°F (4.3°C) to a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C). Colfax records an average low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C) throughout the month of March.

Humidity

In Colfax, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In March, in Colfax, the rain falls for 15.9 days. Throughout March, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Colfax, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.4 days and collects up to 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Colfax, in March, during 8.3 snowfall days, 4.8" (122mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Colfax, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.4 days and aggregates up to 29.09" (739mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:13 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:43 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 Colfax, the average sunshine in March is 5.5h.

UV index

In Colfax, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Colfax, is 49.1°F (9.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 32.7°F (0.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in Colfax in March?

In Colfax, in March, during 15.9 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Colfax, during March, snow falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Colfax, 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 6:52 am and sunset at 6:13 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:43 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 Colfax have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Colfax, WV

Average temperature in March - Colfax, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Colfax, WV

Average pressure in March - Colfax, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Colfax, WV

Average wind speed in March - Colfax, 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 (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Colfax, WV

Average humidity in March - Colfax, WV
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Colfax, WV

Average rainfall in March - Colfax, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in March
Colfax, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Colfax, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Colfax, WV

Average snowfall in March - Colfax, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Colfax, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Colfax, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Colfax, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Colfax, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Colfax, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Colfax, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Colfax, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Colfax, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March
Colfax, WV

Average visibility in March - Colfax, WV
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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