March weather forecast
Gettysburg, PA

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The iconic and unifying Pennsylvania monument in a vast green field with neat grounds and green trees in the city of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania

Weather in March

As the Spring season in Gettysburg welcomes March, the weather begins its transition from icy winter to milder spring temperatures that average from 32°F (0°C) to 48.4°F (9.1°C). Snowfall becomes less frequent, averaging around 1.3" (33mm), and rainfall increases. The amount of daily sunshine hours begins its steady climb, a trend that continues throughout the spring and into the summer months. Longer daylight hours and higher ultraviolet index values suggest that protection from the sun may become increasingly necessary.

Temperature

An upsurge in temperatures occurs as February gives way to March, with average highs shifting from a wintry 39.4°F (4.1°C) to a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C). Gettysburg records an average low-temperature of 32°F (0°C) throughout the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Gettysburg is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout March, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 125 rainfall days, and 12.13" (308mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.9 days and accumulates 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:32 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 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in March leads to these guidelines:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Gettysburg, records 48.4°F (9.1°C), while the low-temperature is 32°F (0°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Gettysburg, in March, during 10.2 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.9 days and accumulates 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Gettysburg, in March, during 3.9 snowfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Gettysburg, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:32 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 Gettysburg have in March?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Gettysburg?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Gettysburg, PA

Average temperature in March - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Gettysburg, PA

Average pressure in March - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Gettysburg, PA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Gettysburg, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Gettysburg, PA

Average rainfall in March - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.46").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in March
Gettysburg, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Gettysburg, PA

Average snowfall in March - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Gettysburg, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Gettysburg, PA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Gettysburg, PA

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

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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Gettysburg, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Gettysburg, PA

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).

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