March weather forecast
Alexandria, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Alexandria, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Temperature

Alexandria's transition into March is marked by a temperature shift, moving from a wintry 36°F (2.2°C) in February to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). Throughout March, the temperature in Alexandria, Pennsylvania, falls to an average low of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Alexandria is 79%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout March, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Alexandria, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.2 days and collects up to 23.86" (606mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Alexandria, Pennsylvania. In Alexandria, during March, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow. In Alexandria, during the entire year, snow falls for 50 days and aggregates up to 16.77" (426mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Alexandria, Pennsylvania, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:36 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 Alexandria, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Alexandria?

In Alexandria, 45.1°F (7.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 28.9°F (-1.7°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Alexandria?

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Alexandria?

In March, in Alexandria, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout March, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Alexandria?

In Alexandria, in March, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Alexandria?

On the first day of March in Alexandria, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:36 pm EDT.

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

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 Alexandria have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Alexandria is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Alexandria?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Alexandria, Pennsylvania, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Alexandria, PA

Average temperature in March - Alexandria, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.1°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 (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Alexandria, PA

Average pressure in March - Alexandria, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Alexandria, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Alexandria, PA

Average humidity in March - Alexandria, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

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

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Average rainfall in March
Alexandria, PA

Average rainfall in March - Alexandria, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in March
Alexandria, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Alexandria, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Alexandria, PA

Average snowfall in March - Alexandria, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Alexandria, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Alexandria, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15 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
Alexandria, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Alexandria, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Alexandria, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Alexandria, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Alexandria, PA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Alexandria, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Alexandria, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in March
Alexandria, PA

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

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

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