March weather forecast
Thornwood, WV

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Thornwood, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 43.9°F (6.6°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

The start of March signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 36.3°F (2.4°C) in February to a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C). During March, Thornwood observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

In Thornwood, the average relative humidity in March is 84%.

Rainfall

In Thornwood, in March, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Thornwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.4 days and collects up to 23.23" (590mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Thornwood, in March, snow falls for 11.7 days, with typically accumulated 6.42" (163mm) of snow. In Thornwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 80.8 days and aggregates up to 36.5" (927mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Thornwood, 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 6:12 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 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 Thornwood, the average sunshine in March is 5.3h.

UV index

In Thornwood, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C) and a low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 84%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Thornwood, West Virginia, in March, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Thornwood in March?

In Thornwood, West Virginia, in March, during 11.7 snowfall days, 6.42" (163mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Thornwood have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Thornwood, WV

Average temperature in March - Thornwood, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Thornwood, WV

Average pressure in March - Thornwood, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Thornwood, WV

Average wind speed in March - Thornwood, WV
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Thornwood, WV

Average humidity in March - Thornwood, WV
  • Average humidity in March: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (80%).

Average rainfall in March
Thornwood, WV

Average rainfall in March - Thornwood, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.3").

Average rainfall days in March
Thornwood, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Thornwood, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Thornwood, WV

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Thornwood, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Thornwood, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Thornwood, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Thornwood, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Thornwood, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Thornwood, WV

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Thornwood, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Thornwood, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in March
Thornwood, WV

Average visibility in March - Thornwood, WV
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

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

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