March weather forecast
Ottawa, WV

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Ottawa, is a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between max 52.5°F (11.4°C) and min 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, the average high-temperature subtly transitions from a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) in February to a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C). Ottawa, during the month of March, experiences an average low-temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Ottawa, in March, during 16.5 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ottawa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.9 days and collects up to 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, in Ottawa, it is snowing for 5.9 days. Throughout March, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 40.7 snowfall days, and 19.45" (494mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ottawa, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:49 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 6h.

UV index

In Ottawa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ottawa in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Ottawa, is 52.5°F (11.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 36.3°F (2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Ottawa?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Ottawa, during March, the rain falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Ottawa, in March, during 5.9 snowfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Ottawa have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:49 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 is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Ottawa, WV

Average temperature in March - Ottawa, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.5°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 (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Ottawa, WV

Average pressure in March - Ottawa, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Ottawa, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in March
Ottawa, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Ottawa, WV

Average rainfall in March - Ottawa, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in March
Ottawa, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Ottawa, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ottawa, WV

Average snowfall in March - Ottawa, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.03"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ottawa, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Ottawa, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ottawa, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ottawa, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Ottawa, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Ottawa, WV

Average UV index in March - Ottawa, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Ottawa, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Ottawa, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Ottawa, WV

Average visibility in March - Ottawa, 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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