March weather forecast
Allentown, PA

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An aerial panorama of the vast city of Allentown in Pennsylvania
An aerial panorama of the vast city of Allentown in Pennsylvania

Weather in March

With March comes a significant warming trend in Allentown. The last of the winter snow, about 4.37" (111mm), is witnessed during this month. However, it does not push away rainfall, being one of the wettest months. Longer daylight, now up to 12 hours, signals the transition from winter to spring, as brightness begins to replace the gray wintry atmosphere. Attendees of local events should carry umbrellas in preparation for possible showers.

Temperature

March's onset is marked by a subtle temperature increase, moving from a cold 37.8°F (3.2°C) in February to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C). Throughout the month of March, Allentown witnesses an average low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Allentown, Pennsylvania, in March, during 11.7 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Allentown, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.1 days and collects up to 27.24" (692mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.3 days and accumulates 4.37" (111mm) 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 6:34 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:26 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 is 6.2h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in March translates into this advice:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Allentown in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Allentown, is 45.9°F (7.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 30°F (-1.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.3 days and accumulates 4.37" (111mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Allentown, in March, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.37" (111mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Allentown have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:26 pm EDT.

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

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 Allentown have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Allentown?

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

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Allentown, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Allentown, PA

Average temperature in March - Allentown, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Allentown, PA

Average pressure in March - Allentown, PA
  • 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
Allentown, PA

Average wind speed in March - Allentown, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Allentown, PA

Average humidity in March - Allentown, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Allentown, PA

Average rainfall in March - Allentown, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in March
Allentown, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Allentown, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Allentown, PA

Average snowfall in March - Allentown, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.37"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Allentown, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Allentown, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Allentown, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Allentown, PA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Allentown, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Allentown, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Allentown, PA

Average UV index in March - Allentown, PA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
Allentown, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Allentown, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Allentown, PA

Average visibility in March - Allentown, PA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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