March weather forecast
Orrstown, PA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Orrstown, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average high of 48.2°F (9°C) and an average low of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

The transition to March introduces an increase in the average high-temperature, shifting from an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C) in February to a chilly 48.2°F (9°C). Orrstown observes an average low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Orrstown, Pennsylvania, in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Orrstown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156 days and collects up to 27.2" (691mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 5.4 days. Throughout March, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 28.8 snowfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Orrstown, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:34 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 6.2h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

In March, in Orrstown, the average high-temperature is 48.2°F (9°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, in Orrstown, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout March, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Orrstown in March?

In Orrstown, during March, snow falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:34 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 in Orrstown?

The average sunshine duration in March in Orrstown is 6.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Orrstown?

The months with the lowest UV index in Orrstown are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Orrstown, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Orrstown, PA

Average temperature in March - Orrstown, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Orrstown, PA

Average pressure in March - Orrstown, 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
Orrstown, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Orrstown, PA

Average humidity in March - Orrstown, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

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

Average rainfall in March
Orrstown, PA

Average rainfall in March - Orrstown, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
Orrstown, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Orrstown, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Orrstown, PA

Average snowfall in March - Orrstown, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Orrstown, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Orrstown, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Orrstown, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Orrstown, PA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Orrstown, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Orrstown, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Orrstown, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Orrstown, PA

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

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

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