March weather forecast
Melissa, WV

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Melissa, is a fresh month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 36.3°F (2.4°C) and an average high of 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Temperature

In March, the average high-temperature increases from a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C) in February to a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C). The average temperature during March nights is registered at a wintry 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Melissa, West Virginia, in March, during 15.8 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 176 rainfall days, and 33.15" (842mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Melissa. In Melissa, in March, during 5.8 snowfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 38.2 snowfall days, and 14.92" (379mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Melissa, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:52 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 is 5.9h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Melissa in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Melissa, is 53.2°F (11.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 36.3°F (2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Melissa, in March, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Melissa, during March, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:52 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 Melissa have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Melissa, WV

Average temperature in March - Melissa, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°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 (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Melissa, WV

Average pressure in March - Melissa, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Melissa, WV

Average wind speed in March - Melissa, WV
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Melissa, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Melissa, WV

Average rainfall in March - Melissa, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in March
Melissa, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Melissa, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Melissa, WV

Average snowfall in March - Melissa, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Melissa, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Melissa, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Melissa, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Melissa, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Melissa, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Melissa, WV

Average UV index in March - Melissa, 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
Melissa, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Melissa, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Melissa, WV

Average visibility in March - Melissa, 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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