March weather forecast
New Castle, PA

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Weather in March

March heralds the arrival of spring in New Castle, symbolizing a noticeable change in climatic conditions. Temperatures experience a substantial lift from the hard winter lows, breathing life into the frozen vegetation. Rainfall begins to edge ahead of snowfall, offering a respite from the relentless white landscape. However, the accompanying rise in humidity requires residents to keep umbrellas handy. As winter thaws out, the city dons a fresh, vibrant look courtesy the blooming flora.

Temperature

March signals a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's icy 35.4°F (1.9°C) to a frosty 46°F (7.8°C). March witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) in New Castle.

Humidity

In New Castle, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In New Castle, during March, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 177.6 rainfall days, and 34.92" (887mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In New Castle, during March, snow falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of snow. In New Castle, during the entire year, snow falls for 68.2 days and aggregates up to 25.2" (640mm) of snow.

Daylight

In New Castle, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:45 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 March, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

During March, New Castle experiences an average high-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) and a low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In New Castle, in March, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in New Castle in March?

In New Castle, in March, snow falls for 9.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in New Castle?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:45 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?

In New Castle, the average sunshine duration in March is 5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in March
New Castle, PA

Average temperature in March - New Castle, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.1°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 (18.9°F).

Average pressure in March
New Castle, PA

Average pressure in March - New Castle, 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 Castle, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.1mph).

Average humidity in March
New Castle, PA

Average humidity in March - New Castle, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, June, July and August (78%).

Average rainfall in March
New Castle, PA

Average rainfall in March - New Castle, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.24").

Average rainfall days in March
New Castle, PA

Average rainfall days in March - New Castle, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
New Castle, PA

Average snowfall in March - New Castle, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.93").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
New Castle, PA

Average snowfall days in March - New Castle, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - New Castle, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
New Castle, PA

Average sunshine days in March - New Castle, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7 days).

Average UV index in March
New Castle, PA

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

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March
New Castle, PA

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

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

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