March weather forecast
North East, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in North East, is a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

March brings a slight elevation in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) to a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C). In the month of March, an average of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

March is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 12.7 days and accumulates 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 9.7 days. Throughout March, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is accumulated. In North East, during the entire year, snow falls for 71.3 days and aggregates up to 18.54" (471mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:44 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 5.3h.

UV index

In North East, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in North East, is 38.8°F (3.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In North East, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

What is the driest month?

March is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 12.7 days and accumulates 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in March?

In North East, in March, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 9.7 days. Throughout March, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in North East, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:44 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 long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

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 exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
North East, PA

Average temperature in March - North East, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in March
North East, PA

Average pressure in March - North East, PA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
North East, PA

Average wind speed in March - North East, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in March
North East, PA

Average humidity in March - North East, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September, October and November (79%).

Average rainfall in March
North East, PA

Average rainfall in March - North East, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (1.73").

Average rainfall days in March
North East, PA

Average rainfall days in March - North East, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
North East, PA

Average snowfall in March - North East, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
North East, PA

Average snowfall days in March - North East, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
North East, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - North East, PA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
North East, PA

Average sunshine days in March - North East, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (11.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.7 days).

Average UV index in March
North East, PA

Average UV index in March - North East, PA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
North East, PA

Average cloud cover in March - North East, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
North East, PA

Average visibility in March - North East, PA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

North East, Pennsylvania, USA

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