March weather forecast
New Salem, PA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in New Salem, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and max 48.4°F (9.1°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, New Salem's weather sees a temperature rise, transitioning from an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C) in February to a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In New Salem, in March, during 13.2 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 143.4 rainfall days, and 13.19" (335mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In New Salem, in March, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.05" (52mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 56 snowfall days, and 11.54" (293mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EST. On the last day of March, in New Salem, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:43 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 5.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 48.4°F (9.1°C) and a low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°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 Salem, in March, during 13.2 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In New Salem, in March, during 7.8 snowfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

In March, the average day length is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in New Salem?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:43 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 Salem have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

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

Average temperature in March - New Salem, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in March
New Salem, PA

Average pressure in March - New Salem, 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 Salem, PA

Average wind speed in March - New Salem, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
New Salem, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in March
New Salem, PA

Average rainfall in March - New Salem, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

Average rainfall days in March
New Salem, PA

Average rainfall days in March - New Salem, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
New Salem, PA

Average snowfall in March - New Salem, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
New Salem, PA

Average snowfall days in March - New Salem, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 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 Salem, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - New Salem, 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: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
New Salem, PA

Average sunshine days in March - New Salem, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.1 days).

Average UV index in March
New Salem, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
New Salem, PA

Average cloud cover in March - New Salem, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
New Salem, PA

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

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

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