March weather forecast
Ben Avon Heights, PA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Ben Avon Heights, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.9°F (8.3°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

March's onset brings a temperature rise, moving from a cold 36.9°F (2.7°C) in February to a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C). Ben Avon Heights anticipates an average minimum temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) in the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Ben Avon Heights, during March, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. In Ben Avon Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.1 days and collects up to 8.23" (209mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout March, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is accumulated. In Ben Avon Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.9 days and aggregates up to 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 6:52 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:44 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

The average sunshine in March is 5.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Ben Avon Heights, is 46.9°F (8.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Ben Avon Heights, in March, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Ben Avon Heights, in March, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length in Ben Avon Heights, Pennsylvania, is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:44 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Ben Avon Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Ben Avon Heights, PA

Average temperature in March - Ben Avon Heights, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Ben Avon Heights, PA

Average pressure in March - Ben Avon Heights, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Ben Avon Heights, PA

Average wind speed in March - Ben Avon Heights, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Ben Avon Heights, PA

Average humidity in March - Ben Avon Heights, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Ben Avon Heights, PA

Average rainfall in March - Ben Avon Heights, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.63"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (0.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.47").

Average rainfall days in March
Ben Avon Heights, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Ben Avon Heights, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ben Avon Heights, PA

Average snowfall in March - Ben Avon Heights, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ben Avon Heights, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Ben Avon Heights, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ben Avon Heights, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ben Avon Heights, 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: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ben Avon Heights, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Ben Avon Heights, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Ben Avon Heights, PA

Average UV index in March - Ben Avon Heights, PA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Ben Avon Heights, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Ben Avon Heights, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Ben Avon Heights, PA

Average visibility in March - Ben Avon Heights, PA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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