March weather forecast
Harpers Ferry, WV

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Harpers Ferry, is a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.9°F (10.5°C) and 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Temperature

March's arrival coincides with a marginal rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C) to a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C). During March, the average low-temperature is a cold 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Harpers Ferry, in March, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 163.3 rainfall days, and 29.84" (758mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Harpers Ferry, in March, snow falls for 3.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.72" (69mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 20.6 snowfall days, and 12.13" (308mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:34 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.7h.

UV index

In Harpers Ferry, 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 average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following advice:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In March, in Harpers Ferry, the average high-temperature is 50.9°F (10.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.6°F (0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13.7 days. Throughout March, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 3.6 days. Throughout March, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:34 pm EDT.

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

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 Harpers Ferry, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Harpers Ferry, WV

Average temperature in March - Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.9°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 (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Harpers Ferry, WV

Average pressure in March - Harpers Ferry, 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
Harpers Ferry, WV

Average wind speed in March - Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Harpers Ferry, WV

Average humidity in March - Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Harpers Ferry, WV

Average rainfall in March - Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").

Average rainfall days in March
Harpers Ferry, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Harpers Ferry, WV

Average snowfall in March - Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Harpers Ferry, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Harpers Ferry, WV

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Harpers Ferry, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Harpers Ferry, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Harpers Ferry, WV

Average UV index in March - Harpers Ferry, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Harpers Ferry, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Harpers Ferry, WV

Average visibility in March - Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September, October and December (5mi).

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