March weather forecast
Fort Ashby, WV

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Fort Ashby, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in March, changing from an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C) in February to a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout March, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fort Ashby, there are 168 rainfall days, and 23.15" (588mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Fort Ashby, in March, during 5.5 snowfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 13.19" (335mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Fort Ashby, West Virginia, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:07 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Fort Ashby, West Virginia, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:38 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 6.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C) and a low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout March, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout March, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:07 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:38 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 Fort Ashby have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Fort Ashby, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Fort Ashby, WV

Average temperature in March - Fort Ashby, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Fort Ashby, WV

Average pressure in March - Fort Ashby, WV
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Fort Ashby, WV

Average wind speed in March - Fort Ashby, WV
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Fort Ashby, WV

Average humidity in March - Fort Ashby, WV
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Fort Ashby, WV

Average rainfall in March - Fort Ashby, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.46").

Average rainfall days in March
Fort Ashby, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Fort Ashby, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Fort Ashby, WV

Average snowfall in March - Fort Ashby, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Fort Ashby, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Fort Ashby, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Fort Ashby, WV

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fort Ashby, 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: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Fort Ashby, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Fort Ashby, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Fort Ashby, WV

Average UV index in March - Fort Ashby, WV
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
Fort Ashby, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Fort Ashby, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Fort Ashby, WV

Average visibility in March - Fort Ashby, 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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