March weather forecast
La Plume, PA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also an icy month in La Plume, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

March's arrival coincides with a marginal rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's cold 33.8°F (1°C) to a still wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout March, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In La Plume, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.9 days and collects up to 26.65" (677mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 10.9 days. Throughout March, 4.76" (121mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 64.6 snowfall days, and 28.03" (712mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:27 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 March, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

An average high-temperature, in March, in La Plume, is 42.4°F (5.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in March?

In La Plume, in March, during 12.2 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In La Plume, in March, snow falls for 10.9 days, with typically accumulated 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does La Plume have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:27 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In La Plume, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In La Plume, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
La Plume, PA

Average temperature in March - La Plume, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in March
La Plume, PA

Average pressure in March - La Plume, 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
La Plume, PA

Average wind speed in March - La Plume, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
La Plume, PA

Average humidity in March - La Plume, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (77%).

Average rainfall in March
La Plume, PA

Average rainfall in March - La Plume, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in March
La Plume, PA

Average rainfall days in March - La Plume, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
La Plume, PA

Average snowfall in March - La Plume, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.56").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
La Plume, PA

Average snowfall days in March - La Plume, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
La Plume, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - La Plume, PA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
La Plume, PA

Average sunshine days in March - La Plume, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.5 days).

Average UV index in March
La Plume, PA

Average UV index in March - La Plume, PA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
La Plume, PA

Average cloud cover in March - La Plume, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 60

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in March
La Plume, PA

Average visibility in March - La Plume, PA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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