March weather forecast
Ellen Gowan, PA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Ellen Gowan, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and 44.6°F (7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature escalating from an icy 35.6°F (2°C) in February to a frosty 44.6°F (7°C). Ellen Gowan records a consistent low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) during March nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ellen Gowan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171 days and collects up to 34.25" (870mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Ellen Gowan, during March, snow falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.83" (148mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.5 snowfall days, and 27.72" (704mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ellen Gowan, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 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

The average sunshine in March 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 44.6°F (7°C) and a low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Ellen Gowan, during March, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Ellen Gowan, in March, snow falls for 8.8 days, with typically accumulated 5.83" (148mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:28 pm EDT.

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

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 Ellen Gowan, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.2h.

What are the months with 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.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes 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
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Ellen Gowan, PA

Average temperature in March - Ellen Gowan, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Ellen Gowan, PA

Average pressure in March - Ellen Gowan, 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
Ellen Gowan, PA

Average wind speed in March - Ellen Gowan, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Ellen Gowan, PA

Average humidity in March - Ellen Gowan, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Ellen Gowan, PA

Average rainfall in March - Ellen Gowan, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in March
Ellen Gowan, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Ellen Gowan, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ellen Gowan, PA

Average snowfall in March - Ellen Gowan, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ellen Gowan, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Ellen Gowan, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ellen Gowan, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ellen Gowan, 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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ellen Gowan, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Ellen Gowan, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Ellen Gowan, PA

Average UV index in March - Ellen Gowan, 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, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Ellen Gowan, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Ellen Gowan, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Ellen Gowan, PA

Average visibility in March - Ellen Gowan, 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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