March weather forecast
Skelton, WV

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Skelton, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.4°F (0.8°C) and 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

March's onset brings a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C) in February to a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C). Skelton's temperature in March lowers to a consistent average of 33.4°F (0.8°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 15.5 days. Throughout March, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 189.8 rainfall days, and 36.5" (927mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Skelton, during March, snow falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.48" (190mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 64.5 snowfall days, and 40.55" (1030mm) 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 6:55 am and sunset at 6:18 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:47 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

The average daily maximum UV index in March 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: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

During March, Skelton experiences an average high-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C) and a low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Skelton, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Skelton, West Virginia, in March, during 15.5 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Skelton, in March, during 9.8 snowfall days, 7.48" (190mm) of snow is typically 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?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:18 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:47 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 Skelton have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Skelton, WV

Average temperature in March - Skelton, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Skelton, WV

Average pressure in March - Skelton, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Skelton, WV

Average wind speed in March - Skelton, WV
  • Average wind speed in March: 7mph

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
Skelton, WV

Average humidity in March - Skelton, WV
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Skelton, WV

Average rainfall in March - Skelton, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
Skelton, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Skelton, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Skelton, WV

Average snowfall in March - Skelton, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Skelton, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Skelton, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Skelton, WV
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
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 July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Skelton, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Skelton, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Skelton, WV

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Skelton, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Skelton, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in March
Skelton, WV

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

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

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