March weather forecast
New Hanover, PA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in New Hanover, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 32.4°F (0.2°C) and 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Temperature

The start of March signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 39.4°F (4.1°C) in February to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C). In March, the average low-temperature records at a wintry 32.4°F (0.2°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout March, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In New Hanover, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.5 days and collects up to 27.87" (708mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.5 days and accumulates 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

Daylight

In New Hanover, Pennsylvania, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:26 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 6.5h.

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 minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March leads to these advisories:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in New Hanover, is 47.8°F (8.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32.4°F (0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in March?

In New Hanover, in March, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.5 days and accumulates 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In New Hanover, in March, during 4.5 snowfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

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 6:34 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:26 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 Hanover have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the month 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.

How high is the UV index in March?

In New Hanover, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
New Hanover, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in March
New Hanover, PA

Average pressure in March - New Hanover, PA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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 Hanover, PA

Average wind speed in March - New Hanover, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
New Hanover, PA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

Average rainfall in March
New Hanover, PA

Average rainfall in March - New Hanover, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in March
New Hanover, PA

Average rainfall days in March - New Hanover, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days

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

Average snowfall in March
New Hanover, PA

Average snowfall in March - New Hanover, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
New Hanover, PA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - New Hanover, 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 3min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
New Hanover, PA

Average sunshine days in March - New Hanover, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
New Hanover, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (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 Hanover, PA

Average cloud cover in March - New Hanover, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
New Hanover, PA

Average visibility in March - New Hanover, 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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