March weather forecast
East Smithfield, PA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a wintry month in East Smithfield, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and max 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

An escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of March, moving from a cold 32.7°F (0.4°C) in February to a still icy 41.9°F (5.5°C). The temperature lowers to an average of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In East Smithfield, in March, during 12.6 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in East Smithfield, there are 164.7 rainfall days, and 24.09" (612mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In East Smithfield, during March, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of snow. In East Smithfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 67.5 days and aggregates up to 20.75" (527mm) of snow.

Daylight

In East Smithfield, 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 5:57 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 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

In East Smithfield, the average sunshine in March is 5.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

East Smithfield in March has an average high-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How much does it rain in March?

In East Smithfield, in March, during 12.6 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 11.8 days. Throughout March, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in East Smithfield?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:31 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 long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in East Smithfield is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
East Smithfield, PA

Average temperature in March - East Smithfield, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

Average pressure in March
East Smithfield, PA

Average pressure in March - East Smithfield, PA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
East Smithfield, PA

Average wind speed in March - East Smithfield, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
East Smithfield, PA

Average humidity in March - East Smithfield, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (78%).

Average rainfall in March
East Smithfield, PA

Average rainfall in March - East Smithfield, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.38").

Average rainfall days in March
East Smithfield, PA

Average rainfall days in March - East Smithfield, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
East Smithfield, PA

Average snowfall in March - East Smithfield, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
East Smithfield, PA

Average snowfall days in March - East Smithfield, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
East Smithfield, PA

Average sunshine days in March - East Smithfield, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.8 days).

Average UV index in March
East Smithfield, PA

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
East Smithfield, PA

Average cloud cover in March - East Smithfield, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 61

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in March
East Smithfield, PA

Average visibility in March - East Smithfield, PA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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