March weather forecast
Ranson, WV

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Weather in March

In Ranson, March is a signal of the impending change of seasons. A gradual thaw unleashes as the average high temperature rises to 51.1°F (10.6°C). A notable change from the cold February climate, the city begins to shake off the winter frost. Around this time preparatory measures should be taken for potential rainfall, signalling the incoming weather associated with April. Ranson residents can look forward to slightly longer daytimes and less snowfall in March, making it an ideal time for early spring activities.

Temperature

Entering March, Ranson notices a subtle temperature elevation, with the average high-temperature advancing from February's cold 42.3°F (5.7°C) to a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C). Ranson sees an average low-temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C) during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Ranson, in March, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 162.1 rainfall days, and 30.59" (777mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ranson are January through May, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout March, 3.9" (99mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ranson, there are 23.9 snowfall days, and 15.55" (395mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:34 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 6.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in March translates into this advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 51.1°F (10.6°C) and 33.6°F (0.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Ranson, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Ranson?

In Ranson, in March, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Ranson in March?

In Ranson, in March, snow falls for 4.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

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

In Ranson, 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 6:42 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Ranson, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:34 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 6.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Ranson, WV

Average temperature in March - Ranson, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Ranson, WV

Average pressure in March - Ranson, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Ranson, WV

Average wind speed in March - Ranson, WV
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Ranson, WV

Average humidity in March - Ranson, WV
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Ranson, WV

Average rainfall in March - Ranson, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.4"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May, July and August (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in March
Ranson, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Ranson, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ranson, WV

Average snowfall in March - Ranson, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ranson, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Ranson, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ranson, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ranson, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Ranson, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Ranson, WV

Average UV index in March - Ranson, 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
Ranson, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Ranson, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Ranson, WV

Average visibility in March - Ranson, WV
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September and October (5mi).

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