March weather forecast
Shock, WV

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Shock, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, the average high-temperature slightly shifts from February's wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C) to a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C). March sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Shock is 79%.

Rainfall

In Shock, during March, the rain falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Shock, there are 189.9 rainfall days, and 38.19" (970mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Shock, in March, during 6.8 snowfall days, 3.9" (99mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Shock, there are 51.3 snowfall days, and 21.93" (557mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Shock, West Virginia, is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:46 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 Shock is 5.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Shock is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Shock in March?

Shock in March has an average high-temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Shock?

In March, the average relative humidity in Shock, West Virginia, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Shock?

In Shock, in March, during 16.1 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Shock?

In Shock, West Virginia, in March, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Shock?

On the first day of March in Shock, West Virginia, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:46 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Shock, West Virginia, 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 Shock have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Shock?

In Shock, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Shock, WV

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Shock, WV

Average pressure in March - Shock, WV
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Shock, WV

Average wind speed in March - Shock, WV
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in March
Shock, WV

Average humidity in March - Shock, WV
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Shock, WV

Average rainfall in March - Shock, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in March
Shock, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Shock, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Shock, WV

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Shock, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Shock, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Shock, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Shock, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Shock, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Shock, WV

Average UV index in March - Shock, WV
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Shock, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Shock, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Shock, WV

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

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

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