March weather forecast
Hockessin, DE

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Weather in March

The arrival of March in Hockessin marks the advent of spring, with weather beginning to transition to warmer temperatures and offering more sunshine hours. March brings about more promising temperatures, reaching average highs of 48.9°F (9.4°C), offering an appreciable break from the cool winter months. The city experiences more frequent rainfall events during this period, invigorating the landscape for the incoming spring bloom. With the unfolding of spring, the transition into April promulgates milder weather and a hint of summer quickly approaching. This gradual change directly affects everyday life, dictating everything from clothing choices to outdoor activity planning.

Temperature

With the onset of March, Hockessin's average high-temperature experiences a slight rise, moving from February's wintry 40.3°F (4.6°C) to a frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C). Throughout the month of March, Hockessin sees a steady low-temperature average of 34°F (1.1°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Hockessin, in March, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hockessin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135 days and collects up to 17.76" (451mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hockessin, Delaware, are January through May, November and December. The month with the most snowfall in Hockessin is March, when snow falls for 3.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Hockessin, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:26 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 in Hockessin is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Hockessin is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Hockessin in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 48.9°F (9.4°C) and 34°F (1.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Hockessin?

The average relative humidity in March in Hockessin is 75%.

How much does it rain in Hockessin in March?

In Hockessin, during March, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Hockessin?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Hockessin. Snow falls for 3.7 days and accumulates 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Hockessin?

In Hockessin, Delaware, in March, snow falls for 3.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Hockessin?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Hockessin, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:26 pm EDT.

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

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

In Hockessin, Delaware, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in March in Hockessin?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Hockessin is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Hockessin, DE

Average temperature in March - Hockessin, DE
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Hockessin, DE

Average pressure in March - Hockessin, DE
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Hockessin, DE

Average wind speed in March - Hockessin, DE
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Hockessin, DE

Average humidity in March - Hockessin, DE
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Hockessin, DE

Average rainfall in March - Hockessin, DE
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in March
Hockessin, DE

Average rainfall days in March - Hockessin, DE
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Hockessin, DE

Average snowfall in March - Hockessin, DE
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Hockessin, DE

Average snowfall days in March - Hockessin, DE
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Hockessin, DE

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hockessin, DE
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Hockessin, DE

Average sunshine days in March - Hockessin, DE
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Hockessin, DE

Average UV index in March - Hockessin, DE
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Hockessin, DE

Average cloud cover in March - Hockessin, DE
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and May (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Hockessin, DE

Average visibility in March - Hockessin, DE
  • 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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