March weather forecast
Defiance, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Defiance, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30°F (-1.1°C) and max 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is accompanied by a temperature increase, with the average high-temperature rising from a cold 37°F (2.8°C) in February to a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C). During March in Defiance, Pennsylvania, the average low-temperature is recorded at a subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C).

Humidity

In Defiance, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Defiance, during March, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.6 rainfall days, and 19.84" (504mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Defiance, during March, snow falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 37.4 snowfall days, and 14.61" (371mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:05 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:36 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 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

During March, Defiance experiences an average high-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C) and a low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Defiance, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout March, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Defiance, in March, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Defiance?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Defiance?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:05 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:36 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 Defiance, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Defiance, PA

Average temperature in March - Defiance, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30°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 (20.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Defiance, PA

Average pressure in March - Defiance, 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
Defiance, PA

Average wind speed in March - Defiance, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Defiance, PA

Average humidity in March - Defiance, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Defiance, PA

Average rainfall in March - Defiance, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.18").

Average rainfall days in March
Defiance, PA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Defiance, PA

Average snowfall in March - Defiance, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Defiance, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Defiance, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 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
Defiance, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Defiance, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Defiance, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Defiance, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in March
Defiance, PA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Defiance, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Defiance, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Defiance, PA

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

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

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