March weather forecast
Mount Pleasant, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Mount Pleasant, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.8°F (8.2°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

An escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of March, moving from a wintry 37.4°F (3°C) in February to a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C). During the month of March, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Mount Pleasant, in March, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mount Pleasant, during the entire year, the rain falls for 185.4 days and collects up to 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Mount Pleasant, during March, snow falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.08" (129mm) of snow. In Mount Pleasant, during the entire year, snow falls for 63.2 days and aggregates up to 29.02" (737mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:41 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 5.5h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in March leads to these guidelines:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C) and a low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Mount Pleasant, during March, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Mount Pleasant, during March, snow falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.08" (129mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Mount Pleasant have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:41 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 5.5h.

What are the months 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Mount Pleasant, PA

Average temperature in March - Mount Pleasant, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Mount Pleasant, PA

Average pressure in March - Mount Pleasant, 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
Mount Pleasant, PA

Average wind speed in March - Mount Pleasant, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Mount Pleasant, PA

Average humidity in March - Mount Pleasant, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Mount Pleasant, PA

Average rainfall in March - Mount Pleasant, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.01").

Average rainfall days in March
Mount Pleasant, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Mount Pleasant, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Mount Pleasant, PA

Average snowfall in March - Mount Pleasant, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Mount Pleasant, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Mount Pleasant, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Mount Pleasant, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mount Pleasant, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 3min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Mount Pleasant, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Mount Pleasant, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Mount Pleasant, PA

Average UV index in March - Mount Pleasant, PA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Mount Pleasant, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Mount Pleasant, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Mount Pleasant, PA

Average visibility in March - Mount Pleasant, PA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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