March weather forecast
Dorothy, WV

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Dorothy, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 49.6°F (9.8°C) and 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of March, Dorothy's average high-temperature sees a minor increase, transitioning from an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C) in February to a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C). Dorothy usually reports an average low-temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C) during the month of March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Dorothy, in March, during 14.1 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dorothy, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.9 days and collects up to 22.64" (575mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Dorothy. The months with the most snowfall are January and March, with an average 3.66" (93mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Dorothy, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:48 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 Dorothy, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Dorothy?

The high-temperature during March is 49.6°F (9.8°C) and the low-temperature is 33.6°F (0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Dorothy?

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How many days does it rain in March in Dorothy?

In Dorothy, West Virginia, in March, during 14.1 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Dorothy?

The months with the most snowfall in Dorothy are January and March, with an average 3.66" (93mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in Dorothy in March?

In Dorothy, West Virginia, during March, snow falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in March in Dorothy, West Virginia, is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Dorothy?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:48 pm EDT.

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

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 Dorothy have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Dorothy?

The months with the lowest UV index in Dorothy are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in March in Dorothy?

In Dorothy, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Dorothy, WV

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Dorothy, WV

Average pressure in March - Dorothy, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Dorothy, WV

Average wind speed in March - Dorothy, WV
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Dorothy, WV

Average humidity in March - Dorothy, 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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Dorothy, WV

Average rainfall in March - Dorothy, WV
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in March
Dorothy, WV

Average rainfall days in March - Dorothy, WV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Dorothy, WV

Average snowfall in March - Dorothy, WV
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.66"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Dorothy, WV

Average snowfall days in March - Dorothy, WV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Dorothy, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Dorothy, WV

Average sunshine days in March - Dorothy, WV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Dorothy, WV

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

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Dorothy, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in March
Dorothy, WV

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

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

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