March weather forecast
Rural Ridge, PA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Rural Ridge, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and 47.1°F (8.4°C).

Temperature

The onset of March brings a rise in the average high-temperature, elevating from a cold 36.9°F (2.7°C) in February to a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C). During the nights in March, an average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) is observed.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Rural Ridge, in March, during 14.8 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rural Ridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 185.5 days and collects up to 35.59" (904mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, in Rural Ridge, it is snowing for 8.9 days. Throughout March, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is accumulated. In Rural Ridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 63.1 days and aggregates up to 25.12" (638mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Rural Ridge, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:43 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 Rural Ridge, the average sunshine in March is 5.3h.

UV index

In Rural Ridge, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The high-temperature in Rural Ridge during March is 47.1°F (8.4°C) and the low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March in Rural Ridge is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout March, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Rural Ridge, during March, snow falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rural Ridge have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:43 pm EDT.

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

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 Rural Ridge?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Rural Ridge, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Rural Ridge, PA

Average pressure in March - Rural Ridge, 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
Rural Ridge, PA

Average wind speed in March - Rural Ridge, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Rural Ridge, PA

Average humidity in March - Rural Ridge, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Rural Ridge, PA

Average rainfall in March - Rural Ridge, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.76"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.2").

Average rainfall days in March
Rural Ridge, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Rural Ridge, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rural Ridge, PA

Average snowfall in March - Rural Ridge, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Rural Ridge, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Rural Ridge, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.9 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
Rural Ridge, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rural Ridge, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rural Ridge, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Rural Ridge, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Rural Ridge, PA

Average UV index in March - Rural Ridge, PA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Rural Ridge, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Rural Ridge, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Rural Ridge, PA

Average visibility in March - Rural Ridge, PA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and August (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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