March weather forecast
Pleasant Valley, WV

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Weather in March

The weather in March ushers in warmer days and decreased snowfall in Pleasant Valley. Notably, March significantly escalates the daylight duration to 12 hours. The slight increase in temperatures suggests the onset of Spring, with the harsh winter weather retreating. The chilly air gradually loses its bite, and the sun begins to take over the skies. Warmer and more varied weather patterns are to be expected in the following month, April.

Temperature

March's arrival brings a change in high-temperatures, moving from a cold 39.7°F (4.3°C) in February to a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C). During the month of March, an average temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Pleasant Valley, in March, during 15.9 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 182.4 rainfall days, and 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Pleasant Valley, during March, snow falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58.4 snowfall days, and 29.09" (739mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:13 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:05 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

The average sunshine in March is 5.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during March morphs into the following directions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Pleasant Valley in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 49.1°F (9.5°C) and 32.7°F (0.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Pleasant Valley, during March, the rain falls for 15.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout March, 4.8" (122mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:13 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 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 Pleasant Valley have in March?

In Pleasant Valley, 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 estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average temperature in March - Pleasant Valley, 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
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average pressure in March - Pleasant Valley, 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
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average wind speed in March - Pleasant Valley, 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
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average humidity in March - Pleasant Valley, 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
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average rainfall in March - Pleasant Valley, 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
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Pleasant Valley, 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
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average snowfall in March - Pleasant Valley, 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
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Pleasant Valley, 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
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Pleasant Valley, 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
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Pleasant Valley, 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
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average UV index in March - Pleasant Valley, 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
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Pleasant Valley, 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
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average visibility in March - Pleasant Valley, 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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