March weather forecast
Thornwood, PA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Thornwood, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and an average high of 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Temperature

Entering March, Thornwood sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature advancing from February's wintry 37.4°F (3°C) to a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C). Throughout the month of March, Thornwood witnesses an average low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

In Thornwood, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In March, in Thornwood, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout March, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Thornwood, there are 185.4 rainfall days, and 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 9.2 days. Throughout March, 5.08" (129mm) of snow is accumulated. In Thornwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 63.2 days and aggregates up to 29.02" (737mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Thornwood, sunrise is at 7:02 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

In Thornwood, the average sunshine in March is 5.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Thornwood, Pennsylvania, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in March translates 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. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Thornwood in March?

In Thornwood, 46.8°F (8.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 30.7°F (-0.7°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Thornwood?

In March, the average relative humidity in Thornwood, Pennsylvania, is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March in Thornwood?

In Thornwood, Pennsylvania, during March, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Thornwood in March?

In March, it is snowing for 9.2 days. Throughout March, 5.08" (129mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

In Thornwood, Pennsylvania, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Thornwood?

On the first day of March in Thornwood, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Thornwood?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Thornwood, Pennsylvania, 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 Thornwood?

The average sunshine duration in March in Thornwood is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Thornwood?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Thornwood, Pennsylvania.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Thornwood?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Thornwood, Pennsylvania, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Thornwood, PA

Average temperature in March - Thornwood, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Thornwood, PA

Average pressure in March - Thornwood, 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
Thornwood, PA

Average wind speed in March - Thornwood, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Thornwood, PA

Average humidity in March - Thornwood, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Thornwood, PA

Average rainfall in March - Thornwood, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.01").

Average rainfall days in March
Thornwood, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Thornwood, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Thornwood, PA

Average snowfall in March - Thornwood, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Thornwood, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Thornwood, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Thornwood, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Thornwood, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Thornwood, PA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Thornwood, PA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Thornwood, PA

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

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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