March weather forecast
Dauphin, PA

Share

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Dauphin, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Temperature

The start of March is characterized by an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C) in February to a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C). March's average low-temperature reading settles at a freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are March and April, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Dauphin, during March, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. In Dauphin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.8 days and collects up to 30.71" (780mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Dauphin, in March, during 5.2 snowfall days, 4.29" (109mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 28.8 snowfall days, and 15.67" (398mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Dauphin, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:31 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 6.2h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Dauphin, is 47.5°F (8.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

What are the least humid months?

March and April, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout March, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Dauphin, in March, during 5.2 snowfall days, 4.29" (109mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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 6:40 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Dauphin have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.2h.

What are the months with 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?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Dauphin is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Dauphin, PA

Average temperature in March - Dauphin, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Dauphin, PA

Average pressure in March - Dauphin, 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
Dauphin, PA

Average wind speed in March - Dauphin, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Dauphin, PA

Average humidity in March - Dauphin, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Dauphin, PA

Average rainfall in March - Dauphin, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

Average rainfall days in March
Dauphin, PA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Dauphin, PA

Average snowfall in March - Dauphin, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.29"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Dauphin, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Dauphin, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Dauphin, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Dauphin, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Dauphin, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Dauphin, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (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
Dauphin, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Dauphin, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Dauphin, PA

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

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

Dauphin, Pennsylvania, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location