March weather forecastBelfast, PA
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Belfast, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and 45.1°F (7.3°C).Temperature
March's arrival brings a slight change in high-temperatures, adjusting from a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C) in February to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). March witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a freezing cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 79%.Rainfall
In March, in Belfast, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout March, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 139.9 rainfall days, and 19.88" (505mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Belfast, Pennsylvania, in March, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.48" (63mm) of snow. In Belfast, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.7 days and aggregates up to 10.94" (278mm) of snow.Daylight
In Belfast, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:25 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 6.2h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Belfast, PA
- Average high temperature in March: 45.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 29.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Belfast, PA
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Belfast, PA
- Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).
Average humidity in March
Belfast, PA
- Average humidity in March: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).
Average rainfall in March
Belfast, PA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.57"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.02").
Average rainfall days in March
Belfast, PA
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Belfast, PA
- Average snowfall in March: 2.48"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Belfast, PA
- Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Belfast, PA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Belfast, PA
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13 days).
Average UV index in March
Belfast, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Belfast, PA
- Average cloud cover in March: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in March
Belfast, 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).
