March weather forecast
Bristol, PA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Bristol, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between max 48.7°F (9.3°C) and min 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

As March sets, the average high-temperature shows a slight increase, moving up from a cold 40.6°F (4.8°C) in February to a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C). Bristol experiences a consistent average temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C) throughout the nights in March.

Humidity

In Bristol, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Bristol, in March, during 11.6 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bristol, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.4 days and collects up to 31.38" (797mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.3 days and accumulates 2.99" (76mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Bristol, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:23 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 Bristol, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Bristol, records 48.7°F (9.3°C), while the low-temperature is 34.3°F (1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Bristol?

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Bristol, Pennsylvania, in March, during 11.6 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.3 days and accumulates 2.99" (76mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Bristol, during March, snow falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:23 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Bristol, Pennsylvania, 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 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Bristol, PA

Average temperature in March - Bristol, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Bristol, PA

Average pressure in March - Bristol, PA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Bristol, PA

Average wind speed in March - Bristol, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Bristol, PA

Average humidity in March - Bristol, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Bristol, PA

Average rainfall in March - Bristol, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

Average rainfall days in March
Bristol, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Bristol, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Bristol, PA

Average snowfall in March - Bristol, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Bristol, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Bristol, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Bristol, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Bristol, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Bristol, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Bristol, PA

Average UV index in March - Bristol, PA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Bristol, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Bristol, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Bristol, PA

Average visibility in March - Bristol, PA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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