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
Scranton experiences a minor temperature shift with the start of March, with average high-temperatures moving from a subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C) in February to a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C). Throughout March, Scranton registers a consistent average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.Rainfall
In Scranton, in March, during 13.7 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Scranton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.7 days and collects up to 28.7" (729mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Scranton, in March, during 13.3 snowfall days, 4.49" (114mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 81.7 snowfall days, and 31.73" (806mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Scranton, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:05 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:40 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 Scranton is 5h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in March
Scranton, NY
- Average high temperature in March: 40.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 27.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).
Average pressure in March
Scranton, NY
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Scranton, NY
- Average wind speed in March: 9.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).
Average humidity in March
Scranton, NY
- Average humidity in March: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (77%).
Average rainfall in March
Scranton, NY
- Average rainfall in March: 2.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").
Average rainfall days in March
Scranton, NY
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Scranton, NY
- Average snowfall in March: 4.49"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Scranton, NY
- Average snowfall days in March: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Scranton, NY
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 0min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Scranton, NY
- Average sunshine days in March: 8.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Scranton, 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, February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Scranton, NY
- Average cloud cover in March: 61
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in March
Scranton, 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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