March weather forecast
Palestine, WV

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Palestine, is a cool month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and an average high of 51.3°F (10.7°C).

Temperature

Palestine's transition into March brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C) in February to a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C). Palestine's March nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Palestine, in March, during 15 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 167.8 rainfall days, and 26.77" (680mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Palestine, during March, snow falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow. In Palestine, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.5 days and aggregates up to 11.97" (304mm) 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 6:56 am and sunset at 6:18 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:48 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 5.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Palestine is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In Palestine, in March, the average high-temperature is 51.3°F (10.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 34.5°F (1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 15 days. Throughout March, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, in Palestine, it is snowing for 5.6 days. Throughout March, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Palestine have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:18 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:48 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 5.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Palestine, 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 snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Palestine, WV

Average temperature in March - Palestine, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.5°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 (23.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Palestine, WV

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Palestine, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Palestine, WV

Average humidity in March - Palestine, WV
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Palestine, WV

Average rainfall in March - Palestine, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in March
Palestine, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Palestine, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Palestine, WV

Average snowfall in March - Palestine, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Palestine, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Palestine, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 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
Palestine, WV

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Palestine, 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 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 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Palestine, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Palestine, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Palestine, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Palestine, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Palestine, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

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
Palestine, WV

Average visibility in March - Palestine, 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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