March weather forecast
Eleanor, WV

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Weather in March

As spring approaches with March, a noticeable change graces Eleanor's weather. Temperatures fluctuate from a still chilly 36.1°F (2.3°C) to a slightly warmer 52.7°F (11.5°C). The shift from winter to spring is apparent with the dwindling snowfall and increase in rainfall. The additional daylight - around 12 hours now - signifies the advent of longer days and shorter nights. This month also sees an uptick in cloud coverage, as the weather prepares for a shift into spring.

Temperature

Eleanor's transition into March brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C) in February to a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C). Eleanor in March anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Eleanor is 78%.

Rainfall

In Eleanor, during March, the rain falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 176.2 rainfall days, and 35" (889mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Eleanor, in March, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 2.72" (69mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Eleanor, West Virginia, there are 41.5 snowfall days, and 17.05" (433mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Eleanor, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:50 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

The average sunshine in March is 5.9h.

UV index

In Eleanor, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. 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: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Eleanor in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 52.7°F (11.5°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Eleanor?

The average relative humidity in March in Eleanor is 78%.

How much does it rain in Eleanor in March?

In Eleanor, West Virginia, during March, the rain falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Eleanor?

In Eleanor, West Virginia, during March, snow falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Eleanor have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Eleanor?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Eleanor, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:50 pm EDT.

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

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 Eleanor have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Eleanor?

In Eleanor, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Eleanor, WV

Average temperature in March - Eleanor, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Eleanor, WV

Average pressure in March - Eleanor, WV
  • Average pressure in March: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Eleanor, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Eleanor, WV

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

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

Average rainfall in March
Eleanor, WV

Average rainfall in March - Eleanor, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in March
Eleanor, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Eleanor, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Eleanor, WV

Average snowfall in March - Eleanor, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Eleanor, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Eleanor, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Eleanor, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Eleanor, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Eleanor, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Eleanor, WV

Average UV index in March - Eleanor, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Eleanor, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Eleanor, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Eleanor, WV

Average visibility in March - Eleanor, 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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