March weather forecast
South Sterling, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in South Sterling, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.7°F (5.4°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

March comes with a subtle rise, with the average high-temperature adjusting from 34.2°F (1.2°C) in February to a still wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C). South Sterling observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) during the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in South Sterling is 81%.

Rainfall

In South Sterling, in March, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. In South Sterling, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.8 days and collects up to 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In South Sterling, in March, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 7.91" (201mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 62.1 snowfall days, and 38.86" (987mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In South Sterling, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:25 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 South Sterling, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine in March is 5.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in March translates into these instructions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

During March, South Sterling experiences an average high-temperature of 41.7°F (5.4°C) and a low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout March, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In South Sterling, in March, during 11.3 snowfall days, 7.91" (201mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:25 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 South Sterling have in March?

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

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
South Sterling, PA

Average temperature in March - South Sterling, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in March
South Sterling, PA

Average pressure in March - South Sterling, PA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
South Sterling, PA

Average wind speed in March - South Sterling, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in March
South Sterling, PA

Average humidity in March - South Sterling, 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 (77%).

Average rainfall in March
South Sterling, PA

Average rainfall in March - South Sterling, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
South Sterling, PA

Average rainfall days in March - South Sterling, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
South Sterling, PA

Average snowfall in March - South Sterling, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.03").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
South Sterling, PA

Average snowfall days in March - South Sterling, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
South Sterling, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - South Sterling, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
South Sterling, PA

Average sunshine days in March - South Sterling, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in March
South Sterling, PA

Average UV index in March - South Sterling, PA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
South Sterling, PA

Average cloud cover in March - South Sterling, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in March
South Sterling, PA

Average visibility in March - South Sterling, 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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