March weather forecast
Scotland, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Scotland, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 48.2°F (9°C) and min 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

March's onset witnesses a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C) in February to a frosty 48.2°F (9°C). Scotland's temperature lowers to a mean of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) during the nights in March.

Humidity

In Scotland, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout March, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156 rainfall days, and 27.2" (691mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Scotland, in March, during 5.4 snowfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 28.8 snowfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:34 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 Scotland, the average sunshine in March is 6.2h.

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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in March translates into these instructions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The high-temperature, in March, in Scotland, records 48.2°F (9°C), while the low-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Scotland, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Scotland, during March, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Scotland, in March, snow falls for 5.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Scotland have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:34 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 Scotland have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in March?

In Scotland, Pennsylvania, 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 radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Scotland, PA

Average temperature in March - Scotland, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Scotland, PA

Average pressure in March - Scotland, PA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Scotland, PA

Average wind speed in March - Scotland, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Scotland, PA

Average humidity in March - Scotland, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Scotland, PA

Average rainfall in March - Scotland, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
Scotland, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Scotland, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Scotland, PA

Average snowfall in March - Scotland, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Scotland, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Scotland, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Scotland, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Scotland, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Scotland, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Scotland, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Scotland, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Scotland, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Scotland, PA

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

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

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