March weather forecast
Scranton, KY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Scranton, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 53.8°F (12.1°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

March's onset brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C) in February to a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C). Scranton's temperature lowers to a mean of 37°F (2.8°C) during the nights in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Scranton is 78%.

Rainfall

In Scranton, during March, the rain falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. In Scranton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.2 days and collects up to 29.45" (748mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Scranton are January through April, October through December. In Scranton, in March, during 5.3 snowfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 12.48" (317mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:56 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 Scranton, the average sunshine in March is 5.7h.

UV index

In Scranton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March translates into these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Scranton?

The high-temperature, in March, in Scranton, is 53.8°F (12.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 37°F (2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Scranton?

In Scranton, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Scranton?

In Scranton, in March, during 14 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Scranton in March?

In March, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout March, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Scranton?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Scranton, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:56 pm EDT.

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

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 Scranton have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Scranton, Kentucky, is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Scranton?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Scranton is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Scranton, KY

Average temperature in March - Scranton, KY
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Scranton, KY

Average pressure in March - Scranton, KY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Scranton, KY

Average wind speed in March - Scranton, KY
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Scranton, KY

Average humidity in March - Scranton, KY
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and November (75%).

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Average rainfall in March
Scranton, KY

Average rainfall in March - Scranton, KY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.99").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in March
Scranton, KY

Average rainfall days in March - Scranton, KY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Scranton, KY

Average snowfall in March - Scranton, KY
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Scranton, KY

Average snowfall days in March - Scranton, KY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 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
Scranton, KY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Scranton, KY
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Scranton, KY

Average sunshine days in March - Scranton, KY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Scranton, KY

Average UV index in March - Scranton, KY
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Scranton, KY

Average cloud cover in March - Scranton, KY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in March
Scranton, KY

Average visibility in March - Scranton, KY
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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