March weather forecast
Terra Alta, WV

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Terra Alta, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.5°F (7.5°C) and min 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

As March begins, there's a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 36.9°F (2.7°C) in February to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 30.2°F (-1°C) during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout March, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Terra Alta, there are 172.7 rainfall days, and 28.23" (717mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Terra Alta. In Terra Alta, in March, during 10.3 snowfall days, 4.96" (126mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 72.1 snowfall days, and 33.03" (839mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:41 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 Terra Alta, the average sunshine in March is 5.1h.

UV index

In Terra Alta, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Terra Alta in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Terra Alta, is 45.5°F (7.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 83%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout March, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 10.3 days. Throughout March, 4.96" (126mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Terra Alta, 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 6:49 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:41 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 Terra Alta have in March?

In Terra Alta, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.1h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Terra Alta, WV

Average temperature in March - Terra Alta, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Terra Alta, WV

Average pressure in March - Terra Alta, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Terra Alta, WV

Average wind speed in March - Terra Alta, WV
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Terra Alta, WV

Average humidity in March - Terra Alta, WV
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (79%).

Average rainfall in March
Terra Alta, WV

Average rainfall in March - Terra Alta, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in March
Terra Alta, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Terra Alta, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Terra Alta, WV

Average snowfall in March - Terra Alta, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.96"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Terra Alta, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Terra Alta, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Terra Alta, WV

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Terra Alta, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Terra Alta, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Terra Alta, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Terra Alta, WV

Average UV index in March - Terra Alta, WV
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Terra Alta, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Terra Alta, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in March
Terra Alta, WV

Average visibility in March - Terra Alta, WV
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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