March weather forecast
Hanover, PA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Hanover, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.7°F (0.4°C) and max 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

March brings a slight rise in Hanover's average high-temperature, moving from an icy 39.9°F (4.4°C) in February to a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C). An average low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C) is observed during March nights in Hanover.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hanover, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.6 days and collects up to 17.52" (445mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In March, in Hanover, it is snowing for 4.1 days. Throughout March, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated. In Hanover, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.9 days and aggregates up to 7.24" (184mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 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

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in March transforms into this advice:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

During March, Hanover experiences an average high-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C) and a low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In Hanover, in March, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Hanover?

In Hanover, in March, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 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 Hanover have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration 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?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Hanover is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Hanover, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Hanover, PA

Average pressure in March - Hanover, 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
Hanover, PA

Average wind speed in March - Hanover, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Hanover, PA

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

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

Average rainfall in March
Hanover, PA

Average rainfall in March - Hanover, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.14"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in March
Hanover, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Hanover, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Hanover, PA

Average snowfall in March - Hanover, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Hanover, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Hanover, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hanover, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Hanover, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Hanover, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Hanover, PA

Average UV index in March - Hanover, 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
Hanover, PA

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

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

Average visibility in March
Hanover, PA

Average visibility in March - Hanover, 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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