March weather forecast
Shortsville, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Shortsville, is a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Temperature

The shift into March brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C) in February to a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C). In March, the recorded average low-temperature is a freezing cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Humidity

In Shortsville, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In Shortsville, during March, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. In Shortsville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.8 days and collects up to 15.71" (399mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Shortsville, during March, snow falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 43.8 snowfall days, and 13.39" (340mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Shortsville, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 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 Shortsville, the average sunshine in March is 5.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Shortsville, is 41.5°F (5.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Shortsville?

In Shortsville, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout March, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Shortsville, Pennsylvania, during March, snow falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In Shortsville, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Shortsville, PA

Average temperature in March - Shortsville, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Shortsville, PA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Shortsville, PA

Average wind speed in March - Shortsville, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Shortsville, PA

Average humidity in March - Shortsville, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Shortsville, PA

Average rainfall in March - Shortsville, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in March
Shortsville, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Shortsville, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Shortsville, PA

Average snowfall in March - Shortsville, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Shortsville, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Shortsville, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Shortsville, PA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Shortsville, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Shortsville, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Shortsville, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Shortsville, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Shortsville, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 61

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in March
Shortsville, PA

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

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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