March weather forecast
Moundsville, WV

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Weather in March

The arrival of March in Moundsville ushers in the transition from frigid winter to mild spring, showing notable alterations in the weather pattern. The sharp decline in snowfall, an average of 3.54" (90mm), indicates the waning grasp of winter. March experiences more rainfall, signaling that spring is on the horizon. More daylight hours in March allow residents to relish outdoor pursuits for longer periods. However, temperatures remain predominantly low, necessitating the need for warmer clothes.

Temperature

March sees a temperature increase, moving from a wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C) in February to a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C). March nights are marked by an average temperature drop to an icy 32°F (0°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Moundsville, in March, during 15.3 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Moundsville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186.2 days and collects up to 35.16" (893mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Moundsville, in March, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.54" (90mm) of snow. In Moundsville, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.6 days and aggregates up to 19.13" (486mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:46 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 5.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 48.9°F (9.4°C) and 32°F (0°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In Moundsville, West Virginia, during March, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout March, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Moundsville have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:46 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 in Moundsville is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Moundsville, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Moundsville, WV

Average pressure in March - Moundsville, WV
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Moundsville, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Moundsville, WV

Average humidity in March - Moundsville, WV
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Moundsville, WV

Average rainfall in March - Moundsville, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in March
Moundsville, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Moundsville, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Moundsville, WV

Average snowfall in March - Moundsville, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.31").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Moundsville, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Moundsville, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Moundsville, WV
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Moundsville, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Moundsville, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Moundsville, WV

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Moundsville, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Moundsville, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Moundsville, WV

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

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

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