March weather forecast
University Park, PA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in University Park, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.4°F (-2°C) and an average high of 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Temperature

March brings a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from February's icy 35.2°F (1.8°C) to a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C). University Park experiences an average nighttime temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) in the month of March.

Humidity

In University Park, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In University Park, Pennsylvania, in March, during 14.6 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In University Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.7 days and collects up to 30.94" (786mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In University Park, in March, snow falls for 9.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.29" (109mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 59 snowfall days, and 26.3" (668mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In University Park, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:35 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 University Park, the average sunshine in March is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

University Park in March has an average high-temperature of 44.8°F (7.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In University Park, in March, during 14.6 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In University Park, Pennsylvania, during March, snow falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does University Park have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:35 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 University Park have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
University Park, PA

Average temperature in March - University Park, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in March
University Park, PA

Average pressure in March - University Park, PA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
University Park, PA

Average wind speed in March - University Park, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
University Park, PA

Average humidity in March - University Park, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

Average rainfall in March
University Park, PA

Average rainfall in March - University Park, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.01").

Average rainfall days in March
University Park, PA

Average rainfall days in March - University Park, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
University Park, PA

Average snowfall in March - University Park, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.29"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
University Park, PA

Average snowfall days in March - University Park, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
University Park, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - University Park, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
University Park, PA

Average sunshine days in March - University Park, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.5 days).

Average UV index in March
University Park, PA

Average UV index in March - University Park, 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
University Park, PA

Average cloud cover in March - University Park, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March
University Park, PA

Average visibility in March - University Park, PA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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