March weather forecast
Merrian, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Merrian, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and max 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

Merrian's transition into March is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from an icy 36.1°F (2.3°C) in February to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). Merrian's average low-temperature during March nights is observed to be a subzero cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Merrian, Pennsylvania, are March and April, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Merrian, in March, during 9.6 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Merrian, there are 129.2 rainfall days, and 16.42" (417mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Merrian, Pennsylvania, in March, during 4.7 snowfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Merrian, Pennsylvania, there are 28.6 snowfall days, and 9.37" (238mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Merrian is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:29 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 Merrian, 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 in Merrian. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in March suggests the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce 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. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Merrian?

Merrian in March has an average high-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

What are the least humid months in Merrian?

March and April, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months in Merrian.

What is the average humidity in March in Merrian?

In March, the average relative humidity in Merrian, Pennsylvania, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Merrian?

In Merrian, during March, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Merrian?

In March, in Merrian, it is snowing for 4.7 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Merrian have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Merrian?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Merrian, 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 Merrian?

The average sunshine duration in March in Merrian is 6.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Merrian?

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

How high is the UV index in March in Merrian?

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

Average temperature in March - Merrian, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Merrian, PA

Average pressure in March - Merrian, 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
Merrian, PA

Average wind speed in March - Merrian, 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 (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Merrian, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Merrian, PA

Average rainfall in March - Merrian, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.18"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.98").

Average rainfall days in March
Merrian, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Merrian, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Merrian, PA

Average snowfall in March - Merrian, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Merrian, PA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Merrian, 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: 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Merrian, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Merrian, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Merrian, PA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Merrian, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Merrian, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Merrian, PA

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

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

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