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 rise of average high-temperatures is seen in March, with an increase from a freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C) in February to an icy 36.9°F (2.7°C). An average nighttime temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) is noted during the month of March.Humidity
In Philadelphia, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.Rainfall
In Philadelphia, in March, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Philadelphia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.4 days and collects up to 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Philadelphia are January through May, October through December. In March, in Philadelphia, it is snowing for 13.6 days. Throughout March, 5.79" (147mm) of snow is accumulated. In Philadelphia, during the entire year, snow falls for 87.3 days and aggregates up to 40.16" (1020mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Philadelphia, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:29 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 March, the average sunshine in Philadelphia is 4.7h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Philadelphia is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in March transforms into the following instructions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in Philadelphia in March?
What is the average humidity in March in Philadelphia?
How much does it rain in Philadelphia in March?
How many days does it snow in March in Philadelphia?
What is the average length of the day in March in Philadelphia?
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Philadelphia?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Philadelphia?
How many hours of sunshine does Philadelphia have in March?
What is the UV index intensity in March in Philadelphia?
Average temperature in March
Philadelphia, NY
- Average high temperature in March: 36.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 24.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Philadelphia, NY
- Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Philadelphia, NY
- Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Philadelphia, NY
- Average humidity in March: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).
Average rainfall in March
Philadelphia, NY
- Average rainfall in March: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").
Average rainfall days in March
Philadelphia, NY
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.1 days).
Average snowfall in March
Philadelphia, NY
- Average snowfall in March: 5.79"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Philadelphia, NY
- Average snowfall days in March: 13.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Philadelphia, NY
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in March: 4h and 4min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Philadelphia, NY
- Average sunshine days in March: 9.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.9 days).
Average UV index in March
Philadelphia, NY
- Average UV index in March: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Philadelphia, NY
- Average cloud cover in March: 63
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Philadelphia, NY
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).
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