March weather forecast
Rome, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Rome, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

March's arrival brings a temperature shift, moving from a wintry 32.7°F (0.4°C) in February to a still icy 41.9°F (5.5°C). March witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a freezing cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

In Rome, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In Rome, in March, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Rome, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.7 days and collects up to 24.09" (612mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Rome are January through May, October through December. In Rome, in March, during 11.8 snowfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Rome, during the entire year, snow falls for 67.5 days and aggregates up to 20.75" (527mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Rome is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:30 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 Rome, the average sunshine in March is 5.1h.

UV index

In Rome, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in March translates into this advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and a low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How much does it rain in Rome in March?

In Rome, in March, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Rome, during March, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rome have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:30 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 Rome have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Rome is 5.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Rome, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Rome, PA

Average temperature in March - Rome, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Rome, PA

Average pressure in March - Rome, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Rome, PA

Average wind speed in March - Rome, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Rome, PA

Average humidity in March - Rome, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Rome, PA

Average rainfall in March - Rome, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.38").

Average rainfall days in March
Rome, PA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rome, PA

Average snowfall in March - Rome, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Rome, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Rome, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rome, 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 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rome, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Rome, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Rome, PA

Average UV index in March - Rome, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Rome, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Rome, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 61

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in March
Rome, PA

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

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

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