March weather forecast
Matewan, WV

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Matewan, is a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 54°F (12.2°C) and 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Temperature

Observing a slight rise in March, the average high-temperature shifts from February's chilly 45°F (7.2°C) to a cool 54°F (12.2°C). Throughout the month of March, Matewan expects an average low of 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Matewan, during March, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 163.6 rainfall days, and 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Matewan, in March, during 4.8 snowfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Matewan, there are 32.9 snowfall days, and 16.81" (427mm) 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 6:58 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:14 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 Matewan, the average sunshine in March is 6.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Matewan, is 54°F (12.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 37.2°F (2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Matewan, in March, during 14.9 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 4.8 days. Throughout March, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Matewan have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

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 7:14 am and sunset at 7:50 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 many hours of sunshine does Matewan have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Matewan, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 54°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.2°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 (26.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Matewan, WV

Average pressure in March - Matewan, 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
Matewan, WV

Average wind speed in March - Matewan, WV
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Matewan, WV

Average humidity in March - Matewan, WV
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Matewan, WV

Average rainfall in March - Matewan, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.83"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in March
Matewan, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Matewan, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Matewan, WV

Average snowfall in March - Matewan, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Matewan, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Matewan, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Matewan, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Matewan, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Matewan, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Matewan, WV

Average UV index in March - Matewan, 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
Matewan, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Matewan, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Matewan, WV

Average visibility in March - Matewan, 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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