March weather forecast
Lester, WV

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Lester, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 50.4°F (10.2°C) and min 33.8°F (1°C).

Temperature

The onset of March introduces a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, nudging from an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C) in February to a cool 50.4°F (10.2°C). The nighttime temperature, during March, averages of 33.8°F (1°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 15.5 days. Throughout March, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 189.8 rainfall days, and 36.54" (928mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Lester, in March, during 9.2 snowfall days, 7.6" (193mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Lester, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.8 days and aggregates up to 39.41" (1001mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Lester, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:47 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 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in March transforms into this advice:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

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 33.8°F (1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Lester, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 15.5 days. Throughout March, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Lester, West Virginia, in March, snow falls for 9.2 days, with typically accumulated 7.6" (193mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:47 pm EDT.

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

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 March, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Lester, WV

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in March
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Average pressure in March - Lester, 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
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Average wind speed in March - Lester, WV
  • Average wind speed in March: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
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Average humidity in March - Lester, WV
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in March
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Average rainfall in March - Lester, 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 (1.89").

Average rainfall days in March
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Average rainfall days in March - Lester, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
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Average snowfall in March - Lester, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
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Average snowfall days in March - Lester, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
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Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Lester, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
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Average cloud cover in March - Lester, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and September (4mi).

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