March weather forecast
New Cumberland, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in New Cumberland, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 47.8°F (8.8°C) and an average low of 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Temperature

Entering March, New Cumberland sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature advancing from February's icy 38.7°F (3.7°C) to a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a freezing cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C) throughout March.

Humidity

In New Cumberland, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In New Cumberland, during March, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. In New Cumberland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146 days and collects up to 19.53" (496mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In New Cumberland, during March, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 23.2 snowfall days, and 8.39" (213mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:59 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 New Cumberland, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

During March, New Cumberland experiences an average high-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C) and a low-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In New Cumberland, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In New Cumberland, in March, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In New Cumberland, in March, during 4.5 snowfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:59 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?

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 Cumberland have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

When is 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 reading in March?

In New Cumberland, 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 Cumberland, PA

Average temperature in March - New Cumberland, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

Average pressure in March
New Cumberland, PA

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

Average wind speed in March - New Cumberland, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
New Cumberland, PA

Average humidity in March - New Cumberland, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in March
New Cumberland, PA

Average rainfall in March - New Cumberland, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.42"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and August (2.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in March
New Cumberland, PA

Average rainfall days in March - New Cumberland, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
New Cumberland, PA

Average snowfall in March - New Cumberland, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
New Cumberland, PA

Average snowfall days in March - New Cumberland, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - New Cumberland, 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: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
New Cumberland, PA

Average sunshine days in March - New Cumberland, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

Average UV index in March
New Cumberland, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and 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
New Cumberland, PA

Average cloud cover in March - New Cumberland, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
New Cumberland, PA

Average visibility in March - New Cumberland, PA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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