Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
The beginning of March marks a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's icy 35.2°F (1.8°C) to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C). Throughout March, Altoona's nights cool down to an average of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Altoona is 80%.Rainfall
In Altoona, in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Altoona, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165 days and collects up to 25.31" (643mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Altoona, Pennsylvania, during March, snow falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow. In Altoona, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.4 days and aggregates up to 20.59" (523mm) of snow.Daylight
In Altoona, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:05 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:37 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 Altoona, the average sunshine in March is 5.7h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Altoona, Pennsylvania, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in March suggests the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the average humidity in March in Altoona?
How many days does it rain in March in Altoona?
How many days does it snow in March in Altoona?
What is the average length of the day in March in Altoona?
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Altoona?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Altoona?
How many hours of sunshine does Altoona have in March?
How high is the UV index in March in Altoona?
Average temperature in March
Altoona, PA
- Average high temperature in March: 44.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 28.8°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 (19.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Altoona, 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
Altoona, PA
- Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).
Average humidity in March
Altoona, PA
- Average humidity in March: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (77%).
Average rainfall in March
Altoona, PA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.05"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.57").
Average rainfall days in March
Altoona, PA
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Altoona, PA
- Average snowfall in March: 3.74"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Altoona, PA
- Average snowfall days in March: 9.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Altoona, 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 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Altoona, PA
- Average sunshine days in March: 10.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.6 days).
Average UV index in March
Altoona, 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
Altoona, PA
- Average cloud cover in March: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in March
Altoona, 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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