March weather forecast
Glenside, PA

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Weather in March

March ushers in the beginnings of a mild transition in Glenside, marking the eventual end of winter and onset of spring. The progression from wintery conditions is evident with a jump in average high temperatures, which hover up to 48.7°F (9.3°C), and a decrease in both snowfall and snow days. Precipitation at this time is no longer mainly in the form of snow but shifts towards rainfall. An extra hour of daylight begins to creep in, signifying longer days and shorter nights as we move deeper into the year. March’s changeability, swinging between the last throes of winter and the early whispers of spring, paints an unpredictable weather scene in Glenside.

Temperature

March introduces a marginal temperature uplift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from February's wintry 40.5°F (4.7°C) to a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C). Glenside witnesses an average low-temperature of 33.8°F (1°C) throughout the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Glenside, during March, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Glenside, there are 122.4 rainfall days, and 12.68" (322mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Glenside, in March, during 3.3 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Glenside, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.3 days and aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) 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 6:32 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Glenside, sunrise is at 6:44 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 Glenside, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

During March, Glenside experiences an average high-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C) and a low-temperature of 33.8°F (1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Glenside, during March, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Glenside in March?

In Glenside, in March, during 3.3 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:24 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Glenside?

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 Glenside, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the month 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 in Glenside is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Glenside, PA

Average temperature in March - Glenside, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Glenside, PA

Average pressure in March - Glenside, 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
Glenside, PA

Average wind speed in March - Glenside, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Glenside, PA

Average humidity in March - Glenside, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Glenside, PA

Average rainfall in March - Glenside, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.75").

Average rainfall days in March
Glenside, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Glenside, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Glenside, PA

Average snowfall in March - Glenside, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Glenside, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Glenside, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.1 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
Glenside, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Glenside, 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 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Glenside, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Glenside, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Glenside, PA

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

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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Glenside, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Glenside, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Glenside, PA

Average visibility in March - Glenside, 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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