March weather forecast
Salt Rock, WV

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Salt Rock, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 53.2°F (11.8°C) and an average low of 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals a temperature shift, moving from a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C) in February to a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C). Throughout March, an average nighttime temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C) is experienced.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Salt Rock, West Virginia, during March, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation. In Salt Rock, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176 days and collects up to 33.15" (842mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Salt Rock, in March, during 5.8 snowfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 38.2 snowfall days, and 14.92" (379mm) 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 6:59 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:51 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 5.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during March morphs into the following directions:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

During March, Salt Rock experiences an average high-temperature of 53.2°F (11.8°C) and a low-temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Salt Rock?

In March, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout March, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Salt Rock, in March, during 5.8 snowfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Salt Rock?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:51 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Salt Rock, 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 5.9h.

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 hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Salt Rock, WV

Average temperature in March - Salt Rock, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Salt Rock, WV

Average pressure in March - Salt Rock, WV
  • Average pressure in March: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Salt Rock, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Salt Rock, WV

Average humidity in March - Salt Rock, WV
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Salt Rock, WV

Average rainfall in March - Salt Rock, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in March
Salt Rock, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Salt Rock, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Salt Rock, WV

Average snowfall in March - Salt Rock, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Salt Rock, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Salt Rock, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Salt Rock, WV

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Salt Rock, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Salt Rock, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Salt Rock, WV

Average UV index in March - Salt Rock, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Salt Rock, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Salt Rock, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Salt Rock, WV

Average visibility in March - Salt Rock, WV
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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