March weather forecast
Elizabethtown, PA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and an average high of 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Temperature

March witnesses an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 38.5°F (3.6°C) in February to a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C). Throughout March, Elizabethtown records an average temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) at night.

Humidity

March and April, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Elizabethtown, in March, during 10.7 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Elizabethtown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.7 days and collects up to 15.35" (390mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Elizabethtown, during March, snow falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow. In Elizabethtown, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.3 days and aggregates up to 6.5" (165mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:30 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 6.4h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in March suggests the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The high-temperature during March is 47.5°F (8.6°C) and the low-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are March and April, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Elizabethtown, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Elizabethtown, in March, during 10.7 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Elizabethtown, in March, during 4 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Elizabethtown have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:30 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 Elizabethtown have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

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 threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Elizabethtown, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Elizabethtown, PA

Average pressure in March - Elizabethtown, 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
Elizabethtown, PA

Average wind speed in March - Elizabethtown, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Elizabethtown, PA

Average humidity in March - Elizabethtown, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

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

Average rainfall in March
Elizabethtown, PA

Average rainfall in March - Elizabethtown, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

Average rainfall days in March
Elizabethtown, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Elizabethtown, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Elizabethtown, PA

Average snowfall in March - Elizabethtown, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Elizabethtown, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Elizabethtown, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Elizabethtown, 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 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Elizabethtown, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Elizabethtown, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Elizabethtown, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Elizabethtown, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Elizabethtown, 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
Elizabethtown, PA

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

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

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