March weather forecast
Charleston, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Charleston, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and max 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Charleston's average high-temperature sees a rise, moving from February's cold 32°F (0°C) to a still icy 41.5°F (5.3°C). In Charleston, in March, the average low-temperature is a subzero cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Charleston is 81%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout March, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Charleston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.2 days and collects up to 30.39" (772mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Charleston, during March, snow falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.96" (126mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 80.1 snowfall days, and 36.85" (936mm) 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 6:42 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:33 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 5.4h.

UV index

In Charleston, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a low-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Charleston, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Charleston, during March, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Charleston?

In March, it is snowing for 12.5 days. Throughout March, 4.96" (126mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Charleston have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:33 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 Charleston?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Charleston, PA

Average temperature in March - Charleston, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Charleston, PA

Average pressure in March - Charleston, PA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"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
Charleston, PA

Average wind speed in March - Charleston, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Charleston, PA

Average humidity in March - Charleston, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Charleston, PA

Average rainfall in March - Charleston, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.97").

Average rainfall days in March
Charleston, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Charleston, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Charleston, PA

Average snowfall in March - Charleston, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.96"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Charleston, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Charleston, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Charleston, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Charleston, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Charleston, PA

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Charleston, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Charleston, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in March
Charleston, PA

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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