March weather forecast
Folcroft, PA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Folcroft, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between max 49.8°F (9.9°C) and min 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March sees a slight increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cold 41.4°F (5.2°C) to a chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C). An average low-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C) is noted during the nights in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In Folcroft, in March, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142 rainfall days, and 24.41" (620mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Folcroft. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.8 days and accumulates 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:24 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 Folcroft, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

During March, Folcroft experiences an average high-temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C) and a low-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Folcroft, in March, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.8 days and accumulates 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout March, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Folcroft, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:24 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 Folcroft have in March?

In Folcroft, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Folcroft, PA

Average temperature in March - Folcroft, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Folcroft, PA

Average pressure in March - Folcroft, PA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Folcroft, PA

Average wind speed in March - Folcroft, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Folcroft, PA

Average humidity in March - Folcroft, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Folcroft, PA

Average rainfall in March - Folcroft, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in March
Folcroft, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Folcroft, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Folcroft, PA

Average snowfall in March - Folcroft, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Folcroft, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Folcroft, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Folcroft, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Folcroft, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Folcroft, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Folcroft, PA

Average UV index in March - Folcroft, PA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Folcroft, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Folcroft, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Folcroft, PA

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

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

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