March weather forecast
New Bedford, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in New Bedford, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.3°F (7.4°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March sees an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from an icy 34.9°F (1.6°C) to a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C). The average temperature drops to a subzero cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C) during the night in the month of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout March, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In New Bedford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 185.5 days and collects up to 35.51" (902mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In New Bedford, during March, snow falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 74.5 snowfall days, and 29.45" (748mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in New Bedford is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:13 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:46 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 5.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for New Bedford in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 45.3°F (7.4°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In New Bedford, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout March, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In New Bedford, Pennsylvania, in March, snow falls for 10.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does New Bedford have in March?

In New Bedford, Pennsylvania, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:13 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:46 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 many hours of sunshine does New Bedford have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In New Bedford, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
New Bedford, PA

Average temperature in March - New Bedford, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in March
New Bedford, PA

Average pressure in March - New Bedford, PA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"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
New Bedford, PA

Average wind speed in March - New Bedford, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.1mph).

Average humidity in March
New Bedford, PA

Average humidity in March - New Bedford, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, July and August (78%).

Average rainfall in March
New Bedford, PA

Average rainfall in March - New Bedford, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").

Average rainfall days in March
New Bedford, PA

Average rainfall days in March - New Bedford, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10 days).

Average snowfall in March
New Bedford, PA

Average snowfall in March - New Bedford, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
New Bedford, PA

Average snowfall days in March - New Bedford, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
New Bedford, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - New Bedford, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
New Bedford, PA

Average sunshine days in March - New Bedford, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.3 days).

Average UV index in March
New Bedford, PA

Average UV index in March - New Bedford, 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
New Bedford, PA

Average cloud cover in March - New Bedford, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
New Bedford, PA

Average visibility in March - New Bedford, PA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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