March weather forecast
Washington Heights, WV

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Washington Heights, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 36.3°F (2.4°C) and max 52.5°F (11.4°C).

Temperature

March's arrival coincides with a marginal rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) to a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C). In the month of March, Washington Heights records a consistent average low-temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Washington Heights, West Virginia, in March, it is raining for 16.5 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 183.9 rainfall days, and 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Washington Heights, in March, during 5.9 snowfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Washington Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.7 days and aggregates up to 19.45" (494mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:49 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 Washington Heights, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The high-temperature in Washington Heights during March is 52.5°F (11.4°C) and the low-temperature is 36.3°F (2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Washington Heights, during March, the rain falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Washington Heights?

In Washington Heights, in March, snow falls for 5.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Washington Heights have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Washington Heights?

On the first day of March in Washington Heights, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:49 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 Washington Heights have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Washington Heights, WV

Average temperature in March - Washington Heights, WV
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°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 (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Washington Heights, WV

Average pressure in March - Washington Heights, 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
Washington Heights, WV

Average wind speed in March - Washington Heights, WV
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.3mph

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
Washington Heights, WV

Average humidity in March - Washington Heights, WV
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Washington Heights, WV

Average rainfall in March - Washington Heights, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in March
Washington Heights, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Washington Heights, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Washington Heights, WV

Average snowfall in March - Washington Heights, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.03"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Washington Heights, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Washington Heights, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Washington Heights, WV

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Washington Heights, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Washington Heights, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Washington Heights, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Washington Heights, WV

Average UV index in March - Washington Heights, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Washington Heights, WV

Average cloud cover in March - Washington Heights, WV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Washington Heights, WV

Average visibility in March - Washington Heights, 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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