March weather forecast
Folstown, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Folstown, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 27°F (-2.8°C) and max 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Temperature

As Folstown welcomes March, the average high-temperature sees a modest rise, transitioning from a wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C) in February to a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C). In March, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

In Folstown, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Folstown, during March, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. In Folstown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.5 days and collects up to 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Folstown, Pennsylvania, are January through May, October through December. In Folstown, in March, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.82" (97mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 41.1 snowfall days, and 21.38" (543mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Folstown, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 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 5.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Folstown, is 43.3°F (6.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Folstown, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Folstown, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Folstown, in March, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Folstown?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In Folstown, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Folstown, PA

Average temperature in March - Folstown, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Folstown, PA

Average pressure in March - Folstown, 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
Folstown, PA

Average wind speed in March - Folstown, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Folstown, PA

Average humidity in March - Folstown, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Folstown, PA

Average rainfall in March - Folstown, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.23").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in March
Folstown, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Folstown, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Folstown, PA

Average snowfall in March - Folstown, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.82"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Folstown, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Folstown, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Folstown, 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: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Folstown, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Folstown, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Folstown, PA

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Folstown, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Folstown, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in March
Folstown, PA

Average visibility in March - Folstown, 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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