March weather forecast
Philipsburg, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Philipsburg, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 28°F (-2.2°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

The shift into March brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 34.5°F (1.4°C) in February to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). The average temperature during March nights dips to a subzero cold 28°F (-2.2°C).

Humidity

In Philipsburg, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Philipsburg, during March, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 159 rainfall days, and 23.46" (596mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 9.2 days. Throughout March, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Philipsburg, there are 67.7 snowfall days, and 23.54" (598mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:37 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 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 28°F (-2.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout March, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Philipsburg, Pennsylvania, in March, snow falls for 9.2 days, with typically accumulated 3.27" (83mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Philipsburg have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:37 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Philipsburg?

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 Philipsburg have in March?

In Philipsburg, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Philipsburg, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Philipsburg, PA

Average temperature in March - Philipsburg, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in March
Philipsburg, PA

Average pressure in March - Philipsburg, 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
Philipsburg, PA

Average wind speed in March - Philipsburg, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Philipsburg, PA

Average humidity in March - Philipsburg, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Philipsburg, PA

Average rainfall in March - Philipsburg, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.42").

Average rainfall days in March
Philipsburg, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Philipsburg, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Philipsburg, PA

Average snowfall in March - Philipsburg, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.27"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Philipsburg, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Philipsburg, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Philipsburg, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Philipsburg, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Philipsburg, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Philipsburg, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Philipsburg, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Philipsburg, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in March
Philipsburg, PA

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

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

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