March weather forecast
Rupert, WV

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Rupert, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and max 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Temperature

March's arrival sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's wintry 39.6°F (4.2°C) to a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C). An average low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) is recorded during the nights in March.

Humidity

In Rupert, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In Rupert, West Virginia, in March, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 181.7 rainfall days, and 35.31" (897mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Rupert, during March, snow falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.42" (163mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50.2 snowfall days, and 32.83" (834mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:16 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:45 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 Rupert, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in March leads to these recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Rupert, is 47.8°F (8.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Rupert, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout March, 6.42" (163mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:16 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:45 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 Rupert have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Rupert, WV

Average temperature in March - Rupert, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Rupert, WV

Average pressure in March - Rupert, WV
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"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
Rupert, WV

Average wind speed in March - Rupert, WV
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Rupert, WV

Average humidity in March - Rupert, WV
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (79%).

Average rainfall in March
Rupert, WV

Average rainfall in March - Rupert, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in March
Rupert, WV

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rupert, WV

Average snowfall in March - Rupert, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Rupert, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Rupert, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rupert, 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: 5h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rupert, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Rupert, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Rupert, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Rupert, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Rupert, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in March
Rupert, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, July and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, August, September, October and December (4mi).

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