March weather forecast
McElhattan, PA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in McElhattan, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 35.2°F (1.8°C) to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). Throughout the month of March, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

In McElhattan, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In McElhattan, in March, during 14.4 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In McElhattan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.7 days and collects up to 32.09" (815mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In McElhattan, in March, snow falls for 7.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.5" (89mm) of snow. In McElhattan, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.1 days and aggregates up to 24.84" (631mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:33 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 5.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in McElhattan is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The high-temperature during March is 44.2°F (6.8°C) and the low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in McElhattan?

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In McElhattan, during March, the rain falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In McElhattan, during March, snow falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:33 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.7h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In McElhattan, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average visibility

Average temperature in March
McElhattan, PA

Average temperature in March - McElhattan, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°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 (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.5°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 (18.3°F).

Average pressure in March
McElhattan, PA

Average pressure in March - McElhattan, 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
McElhattan, PA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
McElhattan, PA

Average humidity in March - McElhattan, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (77%).

Average rainfall in March
McElhattan, PA

Average rainfall in March - McElhattan, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.09").

Average rainfall days in March
McElhattan, PA

Average rainfall days in March - McElhattan, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
McElhattan, PA

Average snowfall in March - McElhattan, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
McElhattan, PA

Average snowfall days in March - McElhattan, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - McElhattan, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
McElhattan, PA

Average sunshine days in March - McElhattan, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.8 days).

Average UV index in March
McElhattan, PA

Average UV index in March - McElhattan, 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
McElhattan, PA

Average cloud cover in March - McElhattan, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in March
McElhattan, PA

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, September and December (4mi).

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