March weather forecast
Christiana, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Christiana, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 33.1°F (0.6°C) and max 48°F (8.9°C).

Temperature

Christiana's transition into March is noticed by a slight rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from an icy 39.6°F (4.2°C) in February to a chilly 48°F (8.9°C). In Christiana, March's nights observe an average temperature dip to a cold 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout March, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 138.3 rainfall days, and 19.76" (502mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Christiana, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:27 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 6.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Christiana are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In March, in Christiana, the average high-temperature is 48°F (8.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in Christiana in March?

In Christiana, during March, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 4.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In Christiana, in March, snow falls for 4.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:27 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 Christiana, 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 is 6.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Christiana, PA

Average temperature in March - Christiana, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Christiana, PA

Average pressure in March - Christiana, PA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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
Christiana, PA

Average wind speed in March - Christiana, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Christiana, PA

Average humidity in March - Christiana, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Christiana, PA

Average rainfall in March - Christiana, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").

Average rainfall days in March
Christiana, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Christiana, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Christiana, PA

Average snowfall in March - Christiana, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Christiana, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Christiana, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Christiana, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Christiana, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Christiana, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Christiana, PA

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

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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Christiana, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Christiana, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Christiana, PA

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

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

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