March weather forecast
New Wilmington, PA

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Weather in March

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

Temperature

March's arrival coincides with a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's wintry 34.9°F (1.6°C) to a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C). New Wilmington's nighttime temperature in March falls to an average of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In New Wilmington, in March, during 13.6 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In New Wilmington, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 185.5 days and collects up to 35.51" (902mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 10.3 days. Throughout March, 3.9" (99mm) of snow is accumulated. In New Wilmington, during the entire year, snow falls for 74.5 days and aggregates up to 29.45" (748mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day 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 5.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

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

What is the average humidity in March?

In New Wilmington, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In New Wilmington, during March, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In New Wilmington, in March, snow falls for 10.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

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

In New Wilmington, 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 6:54 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 many hours of sunshine does New Wilmington have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What is the UV index reading 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 temperature in March
New Wilmington, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.8°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 (18.7°F).

Average pressure in March
New Wilmington, PA

Average pressure in March - New Wilmington, 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 Wilmington, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.1mph).

Average humidity in March
New Wilmington, PA

Average humidity in March - New Wilmington, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, July and August (78%).

Average rainfall in March
New Wilmington, PA

Average rainfall in March - New Wilmington, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").

Average rainfall days in March
New Wilmington, PA

Average rainfall days in March - New Wilmington, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10 days).

Average snowfall in March
New Wilmington, PA

Average snowfall in March - New Wilmington, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
New Wilmington, PA

Average snowfall days in March - New Wilmington, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.8 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 Wilmington, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - New Wilmington, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
New Wilmington, PA

Average sunshine days in March - New Wilmington, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.3 days).

Average UV index in March
New Wilmington, PA

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

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
New Wilmington, PA

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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