March weather forecast
Lykens, PA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Lykens, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and 46.4°F (8°C).

Temperature

Lykens's transition into March is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a wintry 36.9°F (2.7°C) in February to a chilly 46.4°F (8°C). An average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) marks the nights throughout March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.4 rainfall days, and 25.55" (649mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.7 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Lykens, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:30 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 6.1h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Lykens, is 46.4°F (8°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Lykens, in March, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.7 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In Lykens, in March, during 4.7 snowfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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 6:39 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.

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

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 Lykens have in March?

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

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Lykens, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Lykens, PA

Average pressure in March - Lykens, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Lykens, PA

Average wind speed in March - Lykens, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Lykens, PA

Average humidity in March - Lykens, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Lykens, PA

Average rainfall in March - Lykens, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.54").

Average rainfall days in March
Lykens, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Lykens, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lykens, PA

Average snowfall in March - Lykens, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lykens, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Lykens, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Lykens, 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
Lykens, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Lykens, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Lykens, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Lykens, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Lykens, 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
Lykens, PA

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

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

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