March weather forecast
Forest Hills, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Forest Hills, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 47.3°F (8.5°C) and an average low of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

March's arrival coincides with a temperature rise, moving from February's wintry 37°F (2.8°C) to a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C). Forest Hills experiences an average low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) in month of March.

Humidity

In Forest Hills, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Forest Hills, during March, the rain falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. In Forest Hills, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.2 days and collects up to 34.84" (885mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Forest Hills, in March, snow falls for 9.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.21" (107mm) of snow. In Forest Hills, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.9 days and aggregates up to 25.51" (648mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:43 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 5.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In March, in Forest Hills, the average high-temperature is 47.3°F (8.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Forest Hills, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout March, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Forest Hills, during March, snow falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Forest Hills have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Forest Hills?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:43 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Forest Hills, PA

Average temperature in March - Forest Hills, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Forest Hills, PA

Average pressure in March - Forest Hills, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Forest Hills, PA

Average wind speed in March - Forest Hills, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Forest Hills, PA

Average humidity in March - Forest Hills, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Forest Hills, PA

Average rainfall in March - Forest Hills, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.17").

Average rainfall days in March
Forest Hills, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Forest Hills, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Forest Hills, PA

Average snowfall in March - Forest Hills, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.21"

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

Average snowfall days in March
Forest Hills, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Forest Hills, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Forest Hills, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Forest Hills, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Forest Hills, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Forest Hills, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Forest Hills, PA

Average UV index in March - Forest Hills, PA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Forest Hills, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Forest Hills, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Forest Hills, PA

Average visibility in March - Forest Hills, PA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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