March weather forecast
Gaston, WV

Share

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Gaston, is a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.4°F (10.2°C) and 34°F (1.1°C).

Temperature

As March sets, the average high-temperature shows a slight increase, moving up from a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C) in February to a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C). Gaston's temperature in March lowers to a consistent average of 34°F (1.1°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Gaston, in March, it is raining for 16.4 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Gaston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.8 days and collects up to 38.62" (981mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Gaston, West Virginia, in March, during 8 snowfall days, 4.84" (123mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 58.9 snowfall days, and 32.17" (817mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:13 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Gaston, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:44 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 5.6h.

UV index

In Gaston, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 50.4°F (10.2°C) and a low-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Gaston, during March, the rain falls for 16.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Gaston, during March, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.84" (123mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Gaston, 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 6:52 am and sunset at 6:13 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:44 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 Gaston have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Gaston, WV

Average temperature in March - Gaston, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Gaston, WV

Average pressure in March - Gaston, WV
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Gaston, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Gaston, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Gaston, WV

Average rainfall in March - Gaston, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in March
Gaston, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Gaston, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Gaston, WV

Average snowfall in March - Gaston, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.84"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Gaston, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Gaston, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Gaston, 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: 5h and 4min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Gaston, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Gaston, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (7.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Gaston, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Gaston, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Gaston, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Gaston, WV

Average visibility in March - Gaston, WV
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

Gaston, West Virginia, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location