March weather forecast
Forks of Coal, WV

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Forks of Coal, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and an average high of 53.1°F (11.7°C).

Temperature

March's arrival is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C) in February to a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C). Forks of Coal's nights in March cool down to an average low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

In Forks of Coal, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Forks of Coal, during March, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. In Forks of Coal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.9 days and collects up to 16.5" (419mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 5.9 days. Throughout March, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 37.1 snowfall days, and 8.27" (210mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Forks of Coal, West Virginia, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:49 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 6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March leads to these advisories:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The high-temperature, in March, in Forks of Coal, is 53.1°F (11.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 36.5°F (2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Forks of Coal, in March, during 13.8 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Forks of Coal, in March, during 5.9 snowfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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 6:57 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:49 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 Forks of Coal have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Forks of Coal, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Forks of Coal, WV

Average temperature in March - Forks of Coal, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.1°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 (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Forks of Coal, WV

Average pressure in March - Forks of Coal, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Forks of Coal, WV

Average wind speed in March - Forks of Coal, WV
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Forks of Coal, WV

Average humidity in March - Forks of Coal, WV
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Forks of Coal, WV

Average rainfall in March - Forks of Coal, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.83").

Average rainfall days in March
Forks of Coal, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Forks of Coal, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Forks of Coal, WV

Average snowfall in March - Forks of Coal, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Forks of Coal, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Forks of Coal, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Forks of Coal, WV

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Forks of Coal, 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 36min).

  • 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
Forks of Coal, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Forks of Coal, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Forks of Coal, WV

Average UV index in March - Forks of Coal, 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
Forks of Coal, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Forks of Coal, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

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
Forks of Coal, WV

Average visibility in March - Forks of Coal, 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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