March weather forecast
Handley, WV

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Handley, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 51.4°F (10.8°C) and 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is accompanied by a modest temperature increase, with the average high-temperature edging up from a chilly 43°F (6.1°C) in February to a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C). Handley's March nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Humidity

In Handley, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Handley, during March, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 193.3 rainfall days, and 35.98" (914mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Handley are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 6.3 days. Throughout March, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is accumulated. In Handley, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.1 days and aggregates up to 22.2" (564mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Handley, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:48 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 Handley, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Handley in March?

The high-temperature during March is 51.4°F (10.8°C) and the low-temperature is 34.9°F (1.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Handley, in March, during 17.3 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Handley, in March, during 6.3 snowfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Handley?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:48 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Handley, 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 Handley, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Handley, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Handley, WV

Average temperature in March - Handley, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Handley, WV

Average pressure in March - Handley, 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
Handley, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Handley, WV

Average humidity in March - Handley, WV
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Handley, WV

Average rainfall in March - Handley, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
Handley, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Handley, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Handley, WV

Average snowfall in March - Handley, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Handley, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Handley, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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
Handley, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Handley, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Handley, WV

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

Average cloud cover in March
Handley, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Handley, 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 34).

Average visibility in March
Handley, WV

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

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

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