March weather forecast
Platea, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Platea, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.4°F (-2°C) and an average high of 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

Platea observes a slight ascent in average high-temperatures during March, adjusting from 32°F (0°C) in February to a still icy 39.4°F (4.1°C). Platea's average low-temperature in March is measured at a freezing cold 28.4°F (-2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In Platea, in March, during 12.9 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 174.5 rainfall days, and 37.8" (960mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Platea, in March, snow falls for 9.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.68" (68mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 69.4 snowfall days, and 24.76" (629mm) 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 6:54 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:46 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 5.2h.

UV index

In Platea, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 39.4°F (4.1°C) and 28.4°F (-2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In Platea, in March, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Platea, during March, snow falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Platea have in March?

The average day length in March in Platea is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and 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 7:46 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 Platea?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Platea, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Platea, PA

Average temperature in March - Platea, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Platea, PA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Platea, PA

Average wind speed in March - Platea, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Platea, PA

Average humidity in March - Platea, 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 (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Platea, PA

Average rainfall in March - Platea, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.64").

Average rainfall days in March
Platea, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Platea, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Platea, PA

Average snowfall in March - Platea, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Platea, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Platea, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Platea, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Platea, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Platea, PA

Average UV index in March - Platea, 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
Platea, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Platea, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Platea, PA

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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