Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
The onset of March marks an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C) in February to a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C). Throughout March nights, Mechanicsburg experiences a consistent temperature average of 36°F (2.2°C).Humidity
In Mechanicsburg, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.Rainfall
In Mechanicsburg, in March, during 11.8 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mechanicsburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.7 days and collects up to 22.72" (577mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Mechanicsburg, in March, snow falls for 2.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In Mechanicsburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.9 days and aggregates up to 6.14" (156mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March in Mechanicsburg, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:21 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.
Sunshine
In Mechanicsburg, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Mechanicsburg is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in March in Mechanicsburg?
What is the average humidity in March in Mechanicsburg?
How much does it rain in Mechanicsburg in March?
How many days does it snow in March in Mechanicsburg?
How many hours of daylight does Mechanicsburg have in March?
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Mechanicsburg?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Mechanicsburg?
How long on average sun shines in March in Mechanicsburg?
How high is the UV index in March in Mechanicsburg?
Average temperature in March
Mechanicsburg, IL
- Average high temperature in March: 51.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 36°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Mechanicsburg, IL
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Mechanicsburg, IL
- Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Mechanicsburg, IL
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in March
Mechanicsburg, IL
- Average rainfall in March: 1.61"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.14").
Average rainfall days in March
Mechanicsburg, IL
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).
Average snowfall in March
Mechanicsburg, IL
- Average snowfall in March: 0.91"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Mechanicsburg, IL
- Average snowfall days in March: 2.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Mechanicsburg, IL
- 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 3min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in March
Mechanicsburg, IL
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).
Average UV index in March
Mechanicsburg, IL
- 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
Mechanicsburg, IL
- Average cloud cover in March: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in March
Mechanicsburg, IL
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).
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