March weather forecast
Elbert, WV

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Elbert, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 1.7°C and 11°C.

Temperature

Elbert's weather in March presents a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 6.6°C in February to a fresh 11°C. During March, Elbert observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 1.7°C.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Elbert, in March, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 60mm of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 172.5 rainfall days, and 747mm of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout March, 86mm of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 38.6 snowfall days, and 508mm of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:48 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 Elbert, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.

UV index

In Elbert, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March leads to these advisories:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 26, 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, in March, in Elbert, is 11°C, while the average low-temperature is 1.7°C.
What is the average humidity in March?
In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.
How much does it rain in March?
In Elbert, during March, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 60mm of precipitation.
How many days does it snow in March?
In Elbert, in March, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 86mm of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Elbert have in March?
In March, the average day length is 11h and 59min.
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Elbert?
In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:48 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 long on average sun shines in March?
The average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.
How high is the UV index in March?
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in March - Elbert, WV
Average temperature in March
Elbert, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 11°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (28.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 1.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (15.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-3.9°C).

Average pressure in March - Elbert, WV
Average pressure in March
Elbert, WV
  • Average pressure in March: 1019.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1021.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1015.6mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Elbert, WV
Average wind speed in March
Elbert, WV
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8km/h).

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in March - Elbert, WV
Average rainfall in March
Elbert, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 60mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (81mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (39mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Elbert, WV
Average rainfall days in March
Elbert, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in March - Elbert, WV
Average snowfall in March
Elbert, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 86mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (112mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March - Elbert, WV
Average snowfall days in March
Elbert, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March - Elbert, WV
Average sunshine days in March
Elbert, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

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

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

Average cloud cover in March - Elbert, WV
Average cloud cover in March
Elbert, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March - Elbert, WV
Average visibility in March
Elbert, WV
  • Average visibility in March: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (8km).

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