March weather forecast
Rutherford, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Rutherford, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.9°F (8.3°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

Rutherford's transition into March sees a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from an icy 37.9°F (3.3°C) in February to a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C). The low-temperature averages to a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are March and April, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In March, in Rutherford, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout March, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rutherford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.8 days and collects up to 15" (381mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are January and March, with an average 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during March morphs into the following directions:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Rutherford, is 46.9°F (8.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What are the least humid months?

March and April, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in Rutherford in March?

In March, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout March, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The months with the most snowfall are January and March, with an average 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Rutherford, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.9°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 (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Rutherford, PA

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

Average wind speed in March
Rutherford, PA

Average wind speed in March - Rutherford, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Rutherford, PA

Average humidity in March - Rutherford, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Rutherford, PA

Average rainfall in March - Rutherford, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

Average rainfall days in March
Rutherford, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Rutherford, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rutherford, PA

Average snowfall in March - Rutherford, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.17"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Rutherford, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Rutherford, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rutherford, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rutherford, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Rutherford, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Rutherford, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Rutherford, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Rutherford, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Rutherford, PA

Average visibility in March - Rutherford, PA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).

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