March weather forecastCheltenham, PA
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Cheltenham, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between min 34.5°F (1.4°C) and max 49.3°F (9.6°C).Temperature
A gentle upsurge in temperatures occurs as February gives way to March, with average highs shifting from a wintry 41°F (5°C) to a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C). The nighttime temperature dips to a wintry 34.5°F (1.4°C) on average during March.Humidity
In Cheltenham, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.Rainfall
In Cheltenham, in March, during 12.2 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 153.8 rainfall days, and 30.94" (786mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Cheltenham. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 3.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:24 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 6.4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Cheltenham, PA
- Average high temperature in March: 49.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 34.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).
Average pressure in March
Cheltenham, PA
- Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Cheltenham, PA
- Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Cheltenham, PA
- Average humidity in March: 73%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Cheltenham, PA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").
Average rainfall days in March
Cheltenham, PA
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Cheltenham, PA
- Average snowfall in March: 2.76"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Cheltenham, PA
- Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 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, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Cheltenham, 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 24min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Cheltenham, PA
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).
Average UV index in March
Cheltenham, PA
- Average UV index in March: 2
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, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Cheltenham, PA
- Average cloud cover in March: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in March
Cheltenham, PA
- 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).
