Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
The start of March brings a shift in the average high-temperature, increasing from February's icy 38.8°F (3.8°C) to a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C). Smithfield's nights in March experience an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout March, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Smithfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.4 days and collects up to 13.19" (335mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 7.8 days. Throughout March, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated. In Smithfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 56 days and aggregates up to 11.54" (293mm) of snow.Daylight
In Smithfield, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 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 is 5.5h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?
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Average temperature in March
Smithfield, PA
- Average high temperature in March: 48.4°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 (34.3°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).
Average pressure in March
Smithfield, 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
Smithfield, PA
- Average wind speed in March: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Smithfield, PA
- Average humidity in March: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (77%).
Average rainfall in March
Smithfield, PA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.1"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").
Average rainfall days in March
Smithfield, PA
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in March
Smithfield, PA
- Average snowfall in March: 2.05"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Smithfield, PA
- Average snowfall days in March: 7.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Smithfield, PA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Smithfield, PA
- Average sunshine days in March: 11.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.1 days).
Average UV index in March
Smithfield, 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
Smithfield, PA
- Average cloud cover in March: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in March
Smithfield, 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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