March weather forecast
East Petersburg, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in East Petersburg, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 47.8°F (8.8°C) and an average low of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C) in February to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C). Throughout March, East Petersburg's nights cool down to an average of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In East Petersburg, during March, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161.8 rainfall days, and 30.31" (770mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in East Petersburg. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 4.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:29 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 in East Petersburg is 6.3h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

East Petersburg in March has an average high-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In East Petersburg, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, in East Petersburg, Pennsylvania, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.7 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In East Petersburg, in March, snow falls for 4.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:29 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 East Petersburg have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

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?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe 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
East Petersburg, PA

Average temperature in March - East Petersburg, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.8°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 (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

Average pressure in March
East Petersburg, PA

Average pressure in March - East Petersburg, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
East Petersburg, PA

Average wind speed in March - East Petersburg, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
East Petersburg, PA

Average humidity in March - East Petersburg, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

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

Average rainfall in March
East Petersburg, PA

Average rainfall in March - East Petersburg, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.09").

Average rainfall days in March
East Petersburg, PA

Average rainfall days in March - East Petersburg, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).

Average snowfall in March
East Petersburg, PA

Average snowfall in March - East Petersburg, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
East Petersburg, PA

Average snowfall days in March - East Petersburg, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
East Petersburg, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - East Petersburg, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
East Petersburg, PA

Average sunshine days in March - East Petersburg, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (11.6 days).

Average UV index in March
East Petersburg, PA

Average UV index in March - East Petersburg, PA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
East Petersburg, PA

Average cloud cover in March - East Petersburg, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
East Petersburg, PA

Average visibility in March - East Petersburg, PA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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