March weather forecast
Tafton, PA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a wintry month in Tafton, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and max 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is marked by a modest rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's icy 34.2°F (1.2°C) to a still cold 42.1°F (5.6°C). Throughout March, Tafton encounters an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Tafton, during March, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.7 rainfall days, and 24.8" (630mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 4.57" (116mm) of snow is accumulated. In Tafton, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.9 days and aggregates up to 24.13" (613mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:51 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 Tafton, the average sunshine in March is 5.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 42.1°F (5.6°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Tafton?

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

How much does it rain in Tafton in March?

In Tafton, in March, during 11 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Tafton?

In Tafton, during March, snow falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:51 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 Tafton have in March?

In Tafton, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

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 rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Tafton, PA

Average temperature in March - Tafton, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Tafton, PA

Average pressure in March - Tafton, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Tafton, PA

Average wind speed in March - Tafton, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Tafton, PA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Tafton, PA

Average rainfall in March - Tafton, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in March
Tafton, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Tafton, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Tafton, PA

Average snowfall in March - Tafton, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Tafton, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Tafton, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Tafton, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Tafton, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Tafton, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Tafton, PA

Average UV index in March - Tafton, 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
Tafton, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Tafton, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in March
Tafton, PA

Average visibility in March - Tafton, 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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