March weather forecast
Preston Park, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Preston Park, is a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Preston Park's average high-temperature experiences a slight rise, moving from February's subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) to a cold 39.6°F (4.2°C). In Preston Park, the nighttime temperature averages to a subzero cold 24.3°F (-4.3°C) during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 84%.

Rainfall

In Preston Park, in March, during 8.2 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Preston Park, there are 104.8 rainfall days, and 9.13" (232mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Preston Park, during March, snow falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow. In Preston Park, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.7 days and aggregates up to 7.44" (189mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:26 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 Preston Park, the average sunshine in March is 4.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In Preston Park, in March, the average high-temperature is 39.6°F (4.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Preston Park, the average relative humidity in March is 84%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Preston Park, in March, during 8.2 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Preston Park, Pennsylvania, in March, snow falls for 8.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Preston Park have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:26 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 many hours of sunshine does Preston Park have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Preston Park, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

Average pressure in March
Preston Park, PA

Average pressure in March - Preston Park, PA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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
Preston Park, PA

Average wind speed in March - Preston Park, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Preston Park, PA

Average humidity in March - Preston Park, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (79%).

Average rainfall in March
Preston Park, PA

Average rainfall in March - Preston Park, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Preston Park, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Preston Park, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Preston Park, PA

Average snowfall in March - Preston Park, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Preston Park, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Preston Park, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Preston Park, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Preston Park, 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: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Preston Park, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Preston Park, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Preston Park, PA

Average UV index in March - Preston Park, PA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
Preston Park, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Preston Park, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in March
Preston Park, PA

Average visibility in March - Preston Park, PA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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