March weather forecast
Manhattan, PA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Manhattan, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of March, the average high-temperature transitions from a subzero cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C) in February to an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C). During the month of March, the temperature in Manhattan falls to an average of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In Manhattan, in March, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Manhattan, there are 125.8 rainfall days, and 15.71" (399mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Manhattan, in March, during 7.7 snowfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Manhattan, there are 43.8 snowfall days, and 13.39" (340mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Manhattan, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:34 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 Manhattan, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine in March is 5.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Manhattan is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in March translates into these instructions:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

The high-temperature, in March, in Manhattan, is 41.5°F (5.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Manhattan, in March, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 7.7 days. Throughout March, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:34 pm EDT.

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

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 Manhattan have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Manhattan, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Manhattan, PA

Average pressure in March - Manhattan, PA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"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
Manhattan, PA

Average wind speed in March - Manhattan, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Manhattan, PA

Average humidity in March - Manhattan, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Manhattan, PA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in March
Manhattan, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Manhattan, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Manhattan, PA

Average snowfall in March - Manhattan, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Manhattan, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Manhattan, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Manhattan, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Manhattan, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Manhattan, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Manhattan, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Manhattan, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 61

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in March
Manhattan, PA

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

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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