March weather forecast
Ephrata, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Ephrata, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

Ephrata's transition into March is marked by a minor temperature shift, moving from a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C) in February to a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C). In Ephrata, in March, the average low-temperature is a freezing cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout March, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ephrata, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.9 days and collects up to 11.69" (297mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, May, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 3.6 snowfall days, in March, Ephrata aggregates 1.02" (26mm) of snow. In Ephrata, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.5 days and aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) 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 6:36 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST. On the last day of March, 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

In March, the average sunshine 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March leads to these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Ephrata, is 46.9°F (8.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Ephrata, in March, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 3.6 snowfall days, in March, Ephrata aggregates 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ephrata have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 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?

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 Ephrata have in March?

In Ephrata, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

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?

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

Average temperature in March - Ephrata, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.8°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 (22.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Ephrata, PA

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

Average wind speed in March - Ephrata, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Ephrata, PA

Average humidity in March - Ephrata, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

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

Average rainfall in March
Ephrata, PA

Average rainfall in March - Ephrata, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in March
Ephrata, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Ephrata, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ephrata, PA

Average snowfall in March - Ephrata, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ephrata, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Ephrata, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ephrata, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ephrata, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Ephrata, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Ephrata, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Ephrata, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Ephrata, 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
Ephrata, PA

Average visibility in March - Ephrata, 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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