March weather forecast
McSherrystown, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in McSherrystown, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 32.7°F (0.4°C) and 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

The beginning of March marks a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's wintry 39.9°F (4.4°C) to a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C). An average low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C) is expected during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In McSherrystown, in March, during 10.8 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In McSherrystown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.6 days and collects up to 17.52" (445mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In McSherrystown, in March, during 4.1 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In McSherrystown, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.9 days and aggregates up to 7.24" (184mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:31 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 McSherrystown, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for McSherrystown in March?

In March, in McSherrystown, the average high-temperature is 48.7°F (9.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.7°F (0.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In McSherrystown, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in March?

In McSherrystown, in March, during 10.8 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In McSherrystown, in March, during 4.1 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in McSherrystown, 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 6.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
McSherrystown, PA

Average temperature in March - McSherrystown, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.7°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 (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in March
McSherrystown, PA

Average pressure in March - McSherrystown, PA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
McSherrystown, PA

Average wind speed in March - McSherrystown, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
McSherrystown, PA

Average humidity in March - McSherrystown, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in March
McSherrystown, PA

Average rainfall in March - McSherrystown, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.14"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in March
McSherrystown, PA

Average rainfall days in March - McSherrystown, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
McSherrystown, PA

Average snowfall in March - McSherrystown, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
McSherrystown, PA

Average snowfall days in March - McSherrystown, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
McSherrystown, PA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
McSherrystown, PA

Average sunshine days in March - McSherrystown, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.1 days).

Average UV index in March
McSherrystown, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (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
McSherrystown, PA

Average cloud cover in March - McSherrystown, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
McSherrystown, PA

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

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

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