March weather forecast
Newton, WV

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Newton, is a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between min 35.2°F (1.8°C) and max 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Temperature

March's onset is marked by a temperature increase, moving from a wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C) in February to a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 35.2°F (1.8°C) in March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Newton, during March, the rain falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of 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 Newton, during March, snow falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of snow. In Newton, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.8 days and aggregates up to 20.04" (509mm) of snow.

Daylight

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 6:18 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Newton, 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

The average sunshine in March in Newton is 5.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in March translates into this advice:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

Newton in March has an average high-temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March in Newton is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Newton?

In Newton, in March, it is raining for 16.1 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 6.6 days. Throughout March, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Newton?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:18 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Newton?

In Newton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Newton, WV

Average temperature in March - Newton, 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
Newton, WV

Average pressure in March - Newton, 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
Newton, WV

Average wind speed in March - Newton, 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
Newton, WV

Average humidity in March - Newton, 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
Newton, WV

Average rainfall in March - Newton, 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
Newton, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Newton, 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
Newton, WV

Average snowfall in March - Newton, 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
Newton, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Newton, 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
Newton, WV

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Newton, 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
Newton, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Newton, 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
Newton, WV

Average UV index in March - Newton, 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
Newton, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Newton, 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
Newton, WV

Average visibility in March - Newton, 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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