March weather forecast
Port Penn, DE

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Port Penn, is a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.8°F (2.1°C) and 50.2°F (10.1°C).

Temperature

As March sets, the average high-temperature shows a slight increase, moving up from a wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C) in February to a cool 50.2°F (10.1°C). The nighttime temperature dips to an icy 35.8°F (2.1°C) on average during March.

Humidity

In Port Penn, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In Port Penn, in March, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Port Penn, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.7 days and collects up to 27.8" (706mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.6 days and accumulates 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Port Penn, Delaware, is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:25 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 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March translates into the following guidance:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Port Penn?

During March, Port Penn experiences an average high-temperature of 50.2°F (10.1°C) and a low-temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Port Penn, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout March, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.6 days and accumulates 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 2.6 days. Throughout March, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Port Penn have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Port Penn, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:25 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 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Port Penn is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Port Penn, DE

Average temperature in March - Port Penn, DE
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in March
Port Penn, DE

Average pressure in March - Port Penn, DE
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Port Penn, DE

Average wind speed in March - Port Penn, DE
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Port Penn, DE

Average humidity in March - Port Penn, DE
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, September and October (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Port Penn, DE

Average rainfall in March - Port Penn, DE
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.77").

Average rainfall days in March
Port Penn, DE

Average rainfall days in March - Port Penn, DE
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Port Penn, DE

Average snowfall in March - Port Penn, DE
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Port Penn, DE

Average snowfall days in March - Port Penn, DE
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Port Penn, DE

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Port Penn, DE
  • 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: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Port Penn, DE

Average sunshine days in March - Port Penn, DE
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Port Penn, DE

Average UV index in March - Port Penn, DE
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Port Penn, DE

Average cloud cover in March - Port Penn, DE
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Port Penn, DE

Average visibility in March - Port Penn, DE
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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