March weather forecast
Petersburg, WV

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Petersburg, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 48.7°F (9.3°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is characterized by a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's wintry 41°F (5°C) to a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C). Petersburg usually reports an average low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) during the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Petersburg, West Virginia, is 77%.

Rainfall

In Petersburg, West Virginia, in March, it is raining for 16.4 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Petersburg, there are 176.4 rainfall days, and 25.24" (641mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout March, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 37.9 snowfall days, and 15.91" (404mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Petersburg, West Virginia, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:39 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 in Petersburg is 6.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Petersburg are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Petersburg?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Petersburg, is 48.7°F (9.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Petersburg?

In Petersburg, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Petersburg?

In Petersburg, West Virginia, in March, it is raining for 16.4 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Petersburg in March?

In Petersburg, West Virginia, in March, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Petersburg?

In Petersburg, West Virginia, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Petersburg?

On the first day of March in Petersburg, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Petersburg?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Petersburg, 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 Petersburg?

The average sunshine duration in March in Petersburg is 6.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Petersburg?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Petersburg, West Virginia.

What is the UV index reading in March in Petersburg?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Petersburg, West Virginia, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Petersburg, WV

Average temperature in March - Petersburg, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.7°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 (36.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Petersburg, WV

Average pressure in March - Petersburg, WV
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"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
Petersburg, WV

Average wind speed in March - Petersburg, WV
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Petersburg, WV

Average humidity in March - Petersburg, WV
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, September, October and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Petersburg, WV

Average rainfall in March - Petersburg, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.73").

Average rainfall days in March
Petersburg, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Petersburg, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Petersburg, WV

Average snowfall in March - Petersburg, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Petersburg, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Petersburg, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Petersburg, 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: 6h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Petersburg, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Petersburg, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Petersburg, WV

Average UV index in March - Petersburg, WV
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
Petersburg, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Petersburg, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Petersburg, WV

Average visibility in March - Petersburg, WV
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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