March weather forecast
Castle Shannon, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Castle Shannon, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Temperature

Castle Shannon's March weather brings a rise in high-temperatures, moving from a wintry 37.8°F (3.2°C) in February to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C). Throughout March, Castle Shannon witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Castle Shannon, in March, during 12.4 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 164 rainfall days, and 26.89" (683mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Castle Shannon, in March, snow falls for 7.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.56" (65mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 53.3 snowfall days, and 13.27" (337mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March 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

In March, the average sunshine 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 hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March leads to these instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Castle Shannon in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Castle Shannon, records 47.8°F (8.8°C), while the low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Castle Shannon?

In March, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout March, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Castle Shannon, in March, during 7.3 snowfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Castle Shannon have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Castle Shannon?

On the first day of March, 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 in Castle Shannon, 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?

The average sunshine duration in March in Castle Shannon is 5.3h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Castle Shannon, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Castle Shannon, PA

Average temperature in March - Castle Shannon, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.8°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 (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Castle Shannon, PA

Average pressure in March - Castle Shannon, 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
Castle Shannon, PA

Average wind speed in March - Castle Shannon, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Castle Shannon, PA

Average humidity in March - Castle Shannon, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Castle Shannon, PA

Average rainfall in March - Castle Shannon, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.61").

Average rainfall days in March
Castle Shannon, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Castle Shannon, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Castle Shannon, PA

Average snowfall in March - Castle Shannon, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Castle Shannon, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Castle Shannon, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Castle Shannon, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Castle Shannon, 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: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Castle Shannon, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Castle Shannon, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Castle Shannon, PA

Average UV index in March - Castle Shannon, PA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
Castle Shannon, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Castle Shannon, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Castle Shannon, PA

Average visibility in March - Castle Shannon, PA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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