March weather forecast
Hillcrest, PA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Hillcrest, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average high of 47.8°F (8.8°C) and an average low of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

In Hillcrest, the average high-temperature in March increases from a cold 37.8°F (3.2°C) in February to a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C). Hillcrest's nighttime temperature during March is consistently averaged at a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Hillcrest, in March, during 12.4 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hillcrest, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164 days and collects up to 26.89" (683mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hillcrest, in March, snow falls for 7.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.56" (65mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 53.3 snowfall days, and 13.27" (337mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Hillcrest, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:44 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 5.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Hillcrest, is 47.8°F (8.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Hillcrest, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Hillcrest, during March, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Hillcrest, during March, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:44 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 Hillcrest have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.3h.

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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Hillcrest, PA

Average temperature in March - Hillcrest, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.8°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 (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Hillcrest, PA

Average pressure in March - Hillcrest, 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
Hillcrest, PA

Average wind speed in March - Hillcrest, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Hillcrest, PA

Average humidity in March - Hillcrest, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Hillcrest, PA

Average rainfall in March - Hillcrest, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.61").

Average rainfall days in March
Hillcrest, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Hillcrest, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Hillcrest, PA

Average snowfall in March - Hillcrest, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Hillcrest, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Hillcrest, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hillcrest, 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: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Hillcrest, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Hillcrest, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Hillcrest, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Hillcrest, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Hillcrest, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Hillcrest, PA

Average visibility in March - Hillcrest, PA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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