March weather forecast
Shunk, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Shunk, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and max 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

An upsurge in temperatures occurs as February gives way to March, with average highs shifting from a wintry 32.5°F (0.3°C) to a still cold 41.5°F (5.3°C). Shunk reports an average low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Shunk, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.9 days and collects up to 28.54" (725mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Shunk, Pennsylvania, in March, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.76" (121mm) of snow. In Shunk, during the entire year, snow falls for 74.9 days and aggregates up to 30.08" (764mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:31 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 is 5.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The high-temperature during March is 41.5°F (5.3°C) and the low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Shunk?

In Shunk, in March, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 4.76" (121mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Shunk?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Shunk, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Shunk have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Shunk, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Shunk, PA

Average pressure in March - Shunk, 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
Shunk, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Shunk, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Shunk, PA

Average rainfall in March - Shunk, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.17"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and July (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (1.77").

Average rainfall days in March
Shunk, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Shunk, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Shunk, PA

Average snowfall in March - Shunk, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Shunk, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Shunk, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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: 10h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Shunk, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Shunk, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Shunk, PA

Average UV index in March - Shunk, 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
Shunk, PA

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in March
Shunk, PA

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

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

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