March weather forecast
Bellefonte, PA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45°F (7.2°C) and 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Temperature

As March begins, there is an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C) in February to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). Throughout March nights, Bellefonte registers an average low-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Bellefonte, during March, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bellefonte, there are 158.7 rainfall days, and 23.74" (603mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 7.4 days. Throughout March, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is accumulated. In Bellefonte, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.4 days and aggregates up to 17.13" (435mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Bellefonte, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:35 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 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Bellefonte is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) and a low-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Bellefonte, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, in March, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Bellefonte, in March, snow falls for 7.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Bellefonte have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:35 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 many hours of sunshine does Bellefonte have in March?

In Bellefonte, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Bellefonte, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Bellefonte, PA

Average temperature in March - Bellefonte, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Bellefonte, PA

Average pressure in March - Bellefonte, PA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Bellefonte, PA

Average wind speed in March - Bellefonte, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Bellefonte, PA

Average humidity in March - Bellefonte, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Bellefonte, PA

Average rainfall in March - Bellefonte, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").

Average rainfall days in March
Bellefonte, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Bellefonte, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Bellefonte, PA

Average snowfall in March - Bellefonte, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Bellefonte, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Bellefonte, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Bellefonte, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Bellefonte, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Bellefonte, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Bellefonte, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Bellefonte, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March
Bellefonte, PA

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

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

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