March weather forecast
New Columbia, PA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in New Columbia, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

In New Columbia, stepping into March brings a temperature increase, moving up from February's wintry 35.6°F (2°C) to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C). An average nighttime temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) is noted during the month of March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In New Columbia, in March, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 167.6 rainfall days, and 30.83" (783mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In New Columbia, in March, snow falls for 7.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.82" (97mm) of snow. In New Columbia, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.2 days and aggregates up to 20.51" (521mm) of snow.

Daylight

In New Columbia, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.1h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The high-temperature, in March, in New Columbia, records 45.3°F (7.4°C), while the low-temperature is 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What are the least humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In New Columbia, in March, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In New Columbia, in March, during 7.3 snowfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

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

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 Columbia have in March?

In New Columbia, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in March?

In New Columbia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
New Columbia, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in March
New Columbia, PA

Average pressure in March - New Columbia, 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
New Columbia, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
New Columbia, PA

Average humidity in March - New Columbia, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (77%).

Average rainfall in March
New Columbia, PA

Average rainfall in March - New Columbia, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.01").

Average rainfall days in March
New Columbia, PA

Average rainfall days in March - New Columbia, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
New Columbia, PA

Average snowfall in March - New Columbia, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.82"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
New Columbia, PA

Average snowfall days in March - New Columbia, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13 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 Columbia, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - New Columbia, 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: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
New Columbia, PA

Average sunshine days in March - New Columbia, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in March
New Columbia, PA

Average UV index in March - New Columbia, PA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
New Columbia, PA

Average cloud cover in March - New Columbia, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
New Columbia, PA

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

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

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