March weather forecast
Steelton, PA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Steelton, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 47.8°F (8.8°C) and 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Temperature

The rise of average high-temperatures is seen in March, with an increase from an icy 38.7°F (3.7°C) in February to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C). Steelton experiences a nighttime temperature average of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Steelton, during March, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146 rainfall days, and 19.53" (496mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Steelton, in March, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.36" (60mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 23.2 snowfall days, and 8.39" (213mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:31 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 6.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Steelton, is 47.8°F (8.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Steelton, during March, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Steelton, during March, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Steelton have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Steelton, PA

Average temperature in March - Steelton, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Steelton, PA

Average pressure in March - Steelton, 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
Steelton, PA

Average wind speed in March - Steelton, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Steelton, PA

Average humidity in March - Steelton, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Steelton, PA

Average rainfall in March - Steelton, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.42"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and August (2.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in March
Steelton, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Steelton, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Steelton, PA

Average snowfall in March - Steelton, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Steelton, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Steelton, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Steelton, 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: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Steelton, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Steelton, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

Average UV index in March
Steelton, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and 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
Steelton, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Steelton, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Steelton, PA

Average visibility in March - Steelton, PA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).

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