March weather forecast
Shirleysburg, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Shirleysburg, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

Shirleysburg experiences a temperature shift with the start of March, with average high-temperatures moving from an icy 37.2°F (2.9°C) in February to a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C). Shirleysburg experiences a consistent average temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) throughout the nights in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Shirleysburg, in March, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Shirleysburg, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.3 days and collects up to 28.19" (716mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Shirleysburg are January through April, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 6.3 days. Throughout March, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 40.6 snowfall days, and 17.91" (455mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Shirleysburg, Pennsylvania, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:35 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 Shirleysburg, the average sunshine in March is 6.2h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in March leads to these guidelines:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

In March, in Shirleysburg, the average high-temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In Shirleysburg, in March, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Shirleysburg, in March, during 6.3 snowfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:35 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 Shirleysburg, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through 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 Shirleysburg, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Shirleysburg, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Shirleysburg, PA

Average pressure in March - Shirleysburg, 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
Shirleysburg, PA

Average wind speed in March - Shirleysburg, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Shirleysburg, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Shirleysburg, PA

Average rainfall in March - Shirleysburg, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
Shirleysburg, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Shirleysburg, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Shirleysburg, PA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Shirleysburg, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Shirleysburg, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Shirleysburg, 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 January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Shirleysburg, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Shirleysburg, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Shirleysburg, PA

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Shirleysburg, PA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Shirleysburg, PA

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

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

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