March weather forecast
Halifax, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Halifax, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and max 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's cold 37.6°F (3.1°C) to a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) in March.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are March and April, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Halifax, in March, during 9.8 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Halifax, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.6 days and collects up to 14.53" (369mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Halifax, Pennsylvania. In Halifax, during March, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow. In Halifax, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.1 days and aggregates up to 5.67" (144mm) 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 6:40 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Halifax, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Halifax, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Halifax in March?

In Halifax, in March, the average high-temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

What are the least humid months?

March and April, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Halifax, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Halifax, during March, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Halifax, in March, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Halifax have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Halifax have in March?

In Halifax, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

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.

How high is the UV index in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Halifax, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Halifax, PA

Average pressure in March - Halifax, 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
Halifax, PA

Average wind speed in March - Halifax, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Halifax, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Halifax, PA

Average rainfall in March - Halifax, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.77").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.87").

Average rainfall days in March
Halifax, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Halifax, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Halifax, PA

Average snowfall in March - Halifax, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Halifax, PA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Halifax, 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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Halifax, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Halifax, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (12.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Halifax, PA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Halifax, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Halifax, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Halifax, PA

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

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

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