March weather forecast
Mount Zion, WV

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Mount Zion, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 51.6°F (10.9°C) and min 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

The beginning of March marks a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C) to a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C). In March, Mount Zion encounters an average low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C) during the night.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Mount Zion, in March, it is raining for 16.1 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 186.1 rainfall days, and 36.3" (922mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Mount Zion, in March, during 6.6 snowfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 46.8 snowfall days, and 20.04" (509mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Mount Zion, 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 6:17 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:09 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

In Mount Zion, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in March leads to these guidelines:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The high-temperature, in March, in Mount Zion, records 51.6°F (10.9°C), while the low-temperature is 35.2°F (1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 16.1 days. Throughout March, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Mount Zion?

In Mount Zion, during March, snow falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) 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?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:47 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 Mount Zion have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Mount Zion, WV

Average temperature in March - Mount Zion, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Mount Zion, WV

Average pressure in March - Mount Zion, WV
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"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
Mount Zion, WV

Average wind speed in March - Mount Zion, WV
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Mount Zion, WV

Average humidity in March - Mount Zion, WV
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and August (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Mount Zion, WV

Average rainfall in March - Mount Zion, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in March
Mount Zion, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Mount Zion, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Mount Zion, WV

Average snowfall in March - Mount Zion, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Mount Zion, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Mount Zion, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Mount Zion, WV

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mount Zion, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Mount Zion, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Mount Zion, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Mount Zion, WV

Average UV index in March - Mount Zion, WV
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Mount Zion, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Mount Zion, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Mount Zion, WV

Average visibility in March - Mount Zion, WV
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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