March weather forecast
Foster, WV

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Foster, is a fresh month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 52.5°F (11.4°C) and an average low of 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

March's arrival sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) to a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C). During March, the temperature in Foster tends to dip to an average of 36.3°F (2.4°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Foster is 79%.

Rainfall

In Foster, during March, the rain falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. In Foster, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.9 days and collects up to 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Foster, West Virginia, are January through April, October through December. In Foster, in March, during 5.9 snowfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Foster, West Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.7 days and aggregates up to 19.45" (494mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Foster, 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 Foster, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Foster?

In Foster, 52.5°F (11.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 36.3°F (2.4°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Foster?

In March, the average relative humidity in Foster, West Virginia, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Foster?

In March, in Foster, West Virginia, the rain falls for 16.5 days. Throughout March, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Foster?

In Foster, West Virginia, in March, snow falls for 5.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Foster have in March?

In Foster, West Virginia, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Foster?

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 in Foster?

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 in Foster?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Foster?

In Foster, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Foster, WV

Average temperature in March - Foster, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Foster, WV

Average pressure in March - Foster, 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
Foster, WV

Average wind speed in March - Foster, WV
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in March
Foster, WV

Average humidity in March - Foster, WV
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

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

Average rainfall in March
Foster, WV

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in March
Foster, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Foster, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Foster, WV

Average snowfall in March - Foster, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.03"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Foster, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Foster, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Foster, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Foster, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Foster, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Foster, WV

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Foster, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Foster, WV

Average visibility in March - Foster, 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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