March weather forecast
Chestnut Ridge, PA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Chestnut Ridge, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between min 32°F (0°C) and max 48.6°F (9.2°C).

Temperature

March marks a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's icy 39.4°F (4.1°C) to a chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C). Chestnut Ridge witnesses an average low-temperature of 32°F (0°C) throughout the month of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Chestnut Ridge, in March, it is raining for 15.5 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 187.8 rainfall days, and 36.46" (926mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Chestnut Ridge, during March, snow falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.43" (138mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 63.1 snowfall days, and 32.32" (821mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:42 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 5.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 48.6°F (9.2°C) and 32°F (0°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Chestnut Ridge, in March, it is raining for 15.5 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 9.1 days. Throughout March, 5.43" (138mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Chestnut Ridge?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:42 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 Chestnut Ridge have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Chestnut Ridge, 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Chestnut Ridge, PA

Average temperature in March - Chestnut Ridge, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Chestnut Ridge, PA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Chestnut Ridge, PA

Average wind speed in March - Chestnut Ridge, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Chestnut Ridge, PA

Average humidity in March - Chestnut Ridge, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Chestnut Ridge, PA

Average rainfall in March - Chestnut Ridge, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in March
Chestnut Ridge, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Chestnut Ridge, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Chestnut Ridge, PA

Average snowfall in March - Chestnut Ridge, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Chestnut Ridge, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Chestnut Ridge, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Chestnut Ridge, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Chestnut Ridge, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Chestnut Ridge, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Chestnut Ridge, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Chestnut Ridge, PA

Average UV index in March - Chestnut Ridge, PA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Chestnut Ridge, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Chestnut Ridge, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Chestnut Ridge, PA

Average visibility in March - Chestnut Ridge, PA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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