March weather forecast
Lex, WV

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Lex, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 51.8°F (11°C) and 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

Observing a slight rise in March, the average high-temperature shifts from February's chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C) to a cool 51.8°F (11°C). Lex temperatures generally rest at a low of 35.1°F (1.7°C) during the March nights.

Humidity

In Lex, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Lex, during March, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. In Lex, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.5 days and collects up to 29.41" (747mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Lex, during March, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of snow. In Lex, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.6 days and aggregates up to 20" (508mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Lex, West Virginia, is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST. On the last day of March, 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

In Lex, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Lex in March?

In March, in Lex, the average high-temperature is 51.8°F (11°C), and the average low-temperature is 35.1°F (1.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Lex?

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

How much does it rain in Lex in March?

In Lex, during March, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Lex?

In March, in Lex, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout March, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

In Lex, West Virginia, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Lex?

On the first day of March in Lex, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:21 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 in Lex?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Lex, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Lex have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Lex is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Lex?

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

Average temperature in March - Lex, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in March
Lex, WV

Average pressure in March - Lex, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Lex, WV

Average wind speed in March - Lex, WV
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Lex, WV

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

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

Average rainfall in March
Lex, WV

Average rainfall in March - Lex, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in March
Lex, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Lex, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lex, WV

Average snowfall in March - Lex, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lex, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Lex, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Lex, 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 1min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lex, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Lex, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Lex, WV

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

Average cloud cover in March
Lex, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March
Lex, WV

Average visibility in March - Lex, 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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