March weather forecast
Graterford, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Graterford, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and an average high of 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Temperature

A soft shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in March, transitioning from a wintry 39.4°F (4.1°C) in February to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C). Throughout the month of March, Graterford witnesses an average temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Graterford, in March, during 11.6 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Graterford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.5 days and collects up to 27.87" (708mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 4.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:25 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 Graterford, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. 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. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

March temperatures in Graterford vary between a high-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C) and a low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Graterford, during March, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.5 days and accumulates 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In Graterford, during March, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Graterford have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:25 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Graterford, 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 Graterford?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

When is 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Graterford, PA

Average temperature in March - Graterford, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Graterford, PA

Average pressure in March - Graterford, 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
Graterford, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Graterford, PA

Average humidity in March - Graterford, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Graterford, PA

Average rainfall in March - Graterford, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in March
Graterford, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Graterford, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Graterford, PA

Average snowfall in March - Graterford, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Graterford, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Graterford, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 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
Graterford, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Graterford, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Graterford, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Graterford, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Graterford, PA

Average UV index in March - Graterford, 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
Graterford, PA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Graterford, PA

Average visibility in March - Graterford, 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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