March weather forecast
Holden, WV

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Holden, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 53.4°F (11.9°C) and 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

The transition from February to March brings a temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C) to a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C). Holden records a mean low-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Holden, West Virginia, in March, during 16.8 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 181.3 rainfall days, and 34.37" (873mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Holden, in March, during 5.7 snowfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Holden, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.9 days and aggregates up to 17.48" (444mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Holden, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:50 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 in Holden, West Virginia, is 6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

Holden in March has an average high-temperature of 53.4°F (11.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Holden, West Virginia, in March, during 16.8 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Holden, in March, during 5.7 snowfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Holden have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Holden, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:50 pm EDT.

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

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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Holden?

In Holden, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Holden, WV

Average temperature in March - Holden, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Holden, WV

Average pressure in March - Holden, 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
Holden, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in March
Holden, WV

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

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

Average rainfall in March
Holden, WV

Average rainfall in March - Holden, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
Holden, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Holden, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Holden, WV

Average snowfall in March - Holden, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Holden, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Holden, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Holden, WV
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Holden, WV

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

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Holden, WV

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

Average cloud cover in March
Holden, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Holden, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Holden, WV

Average visibility in March - Holden, 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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