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
Observing a slight rise in March, the average high-temperature shifts from February's icy 39.6°F (4.2°C) to a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C). March brings an average low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) to Dover.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
In Dover, during March, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Dover, there are 133.5 rainfall days, and 16.89" (429mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 4.1 days. Throughout March, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 20 snowfall days, and 7.56" (192mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Dover, Pennsylvania, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:31 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.5h.UV index
In Dover, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
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How many hours of daylight does Dover have in March?
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Average temperature in March
Dover, PA
- Average high temperature in March: 48.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 32.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Dover, 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 (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Dover, PA
- Average wind speed in March: 8.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).
Average humidity in March
Dover, PA
- Average humidity in March: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and October (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).
Average rainfall in March
Dover, PA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.22"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").
Average rainfall days in March
Dover, PA
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).
Average snowfall in March
Dover, PA
- Average snowfall in March: 2.01"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Dover, PA
- Average snowfall days in March: 4.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Dover, 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 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Dover, PA
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (12.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Dover, PA
- Average UV index in March: 3
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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Dover, PA
- Average cloud cover in March: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Dover, 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).
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