March weather forecast
Salina, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Salina, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and an average high of 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of March, Salina's average high-temperature sees an increase, transitioning from a cold 37°F (2.8°C) in February to a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C). Throughout March, a steady low-temperature average of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) is noted.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout March, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 147.1 rainfall days, and 18.54" (471mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 7.1 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated. In Salina, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.9 days and aggregates up to 11.3" (287mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:42 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 in Salina is 5.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in March translates into these instructions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Salina, is 46.9°F (8.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Salina, in March, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 7.1 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Salina have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:42 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 in Salina is 5.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Salina, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Salina, PA

Average temperature in March - Salina, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Salina, PA

Average pressure in March - Salina, 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
Salina, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Salina, PA

Average humidity in March - Salina, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Salina, PA

Average rainfall in March - Salina, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.02").

Average rainfall days in March
Salina, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Salina, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Salina, PA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Salina, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Salina, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Salina, 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 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Salina, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Salina, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

Average UV index in March
Salina, PA

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Salina, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Salina, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Salina, PA

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

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

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