March weather forecast
Lanta, WV

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Lanta, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 52.5°F (11.4°C) and 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

March witnesses a minor rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) in February to a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C). March brings an average low-temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C) to Lanta.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, 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

The average sunshine in March in Lanta, West Virginia, is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In Lanta, 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 Lanta, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Lanta, in March, it is raining for 16.5 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

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

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, 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?

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 intensity in March in Lanta?

In Lanta, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Lanta, WV

Average temperature in March - Lanta, 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
Lanta, WV

Average pressure in March - Lanta, 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
Lanta, WV

Average wind speed in March - Lanta, 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
Lanta, WV

Average humidity in March - Lanta, 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
Lanta, WV

Average rainfall in March - Lanta, 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
Lanta, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Lanta, 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
Lanta, WV

Average snowfall in March - Lanta, 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
Lanta, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Lanta, 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
Lanta, WV

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Lanta, 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
Lanta, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Lanta, 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
Lanta, WV

Average UV index in March - Lanta, 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
Lanta, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Lanta, 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
Lanta, WV

Average visibility in March - Lanta, 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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