March weather forecastDistant, PA
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Distant, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C).Temperature
March witnesses an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 34°F (1.1°C) in February to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). Throughout March nights, Distant experiences a consistent temperature average of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.Rainfall
In Distant, in March, during 12.5 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Distant, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.8 days and collects up to 27.36" (695mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is accumulated. In Distant, during the entire year, snow falls for 80.5 days and aggregates up to 26.02" (661mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:41 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 5.2h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Distant, PA
- Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 27.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Distant, PA
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Distant, PA
- Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Distant, PA
- Average humidity in March: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).
Average rainfall in March
Distant, PA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.05"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1.69").
Average rainfall days in March
Distant, PA
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Distant, PA
- Average snowfall in March: 2.6"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Distant, PA
- Average snowfall days in March: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Distant, 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: 5h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Distant, PA
- Average sunshine days in March: 10.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Distant, 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
Distant, PA
- Average cloud cover in March: 59
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in March
Distant, PA
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).





