March weather forecast
Option, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Option, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and an average high of 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Temperature

March's onset brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C) in February to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C). The nighttime temperature, during March, averages of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Option, in March, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Option, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128 days and collects up to 10.2" (259mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Option, in March, during 7.2 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Option, during the entire year, snow falls for 50 days and aggregates up to 6.69" (170mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Option, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Option, 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

The average sunshine in March is 5.4h.

UV index

In Option, 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 the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Option in March?

In Option, in March, the average high-temperature is 47.8°F (8.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Option?

In Option, in March, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 7.2 days. Throughout March, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Option have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:52 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 in Option, 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 Option have in March?

In Option, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Option?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Option, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Option, PA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Option, PA

Average wind speed in March - Option, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Option, PA

Average humidity in March - Option, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Option, PA

Average rainfall in March - Option, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.26").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Option, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Option, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Option, PA

Average snowfall in March - Option, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.18"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Option, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Option, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Option, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Option, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Option, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Option, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Option, PA

Average UV index in March - Option, PA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
Option, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Option, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Option, PA

Average visibility in March - Option, PA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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