March weather forecast
Dorrance, PA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Dorrance, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27°F (-2.8°C) and an average high of 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Temperature

Dorrance's weather in March presents a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C) in February to a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C). Dorrance witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) throughout March.

Humidity

In Dorrance, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Dorrance, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Dorrance, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.5 days and collects up to 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Dorrance. In Dorrance, Pennsylvania, in March, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.82" (97mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Dorrance, Pennsylvania, there are 41.1 snowfall days, and 21.38" (543mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Dorrance, Pennsylvania, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Dorrance, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:28 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 Dorrance, the average sunshine in March is 5.4h.

UV index

In Dorrance, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Dorrance in March?

Dorrance in March has an average high-temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Dorrance?

In March, the average relative humidity in Dorrance is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March in Dorrance?

In Dorrance, in March, during 12.3 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Dorrance in March?

In Dorrance, Pennsylvania, in March, during 6.6 snowfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Dorrance?

On the first day of March in Dorrance, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:28 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Dorrance?

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 Dorrance have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Dorrance, Pennsylvania, is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Dorrance?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in March
Dorrance, PA

Average temperature in March - Dorrance, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Dorrance, PA

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

Average wind speed in March - Dorrance, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Dorrance, PA

Average humidity in March - Dorrance, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Dorrance, PA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.23").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in March
Dorrance, PA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Dorrance, PA

Average snowfall in March - Dorrance, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.82"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Dorrance, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Dorrance, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Dorrance, PA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Dorrance, PA

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Dorrance, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Dorrance, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in March
Dorrance, PA

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

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

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