March weather forecast
Opekiska, WV

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Opekiska, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 32.7°F (0.4°C) and 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Temperature

As March arrives, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a cold 39.7°F (4.3°C) in February to a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C). The low-temperature average for Opekiska during March stands at an icy 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Humidity

In Opekiska, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Opekiska, in March, it is raining for 15.9 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 182.4 rainfall days, and 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Opekiska, in March, during 8.3 snowfall days, 4.8" (122mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 58.4 snowfall days, and 29.09" (739mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Opekiska, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:43 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 5.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Opekiska is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

Opekiska in March has an average high-temperature of 49.1°F (9.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Opekiska, in March, during 15.9 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Opekiska, in March, during 8.3 snowfall days, 4.8" (122mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:43 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 Opekiska have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Opekiska, WV

Average temperature in March - Opekiska, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Opekiska, WV

Average pressure in March - Opekiska, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Opekiska, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Opekiska, WV

Average humidity in March - Opekiska, WV
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

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

Average rainfall in March
Opekiska, WV

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in March
Opekiska, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Opekiska, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Opekiska, WV

Average snowfall in March - Opekiska, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Opekiska, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Opekiska, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
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
Opekiska, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Opekiska, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Opekiska, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Opekiska, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Opekiska, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March
Opekiska, WV

Average visibility in March - Opekiska, 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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