March weather forecastDowningtown, PA

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Downingtown, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between max 48.2°F (9°C) and min 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March is marked by a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 39.7°F (4.3°C) to a frosty 48.2°F (9°C). The month of March records an average low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Humidity

In Downingtown, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Downingtown, during March, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145.6 rainfall days, and 26.81" (681mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.4 days and accumulates 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Downingtown, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:26 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

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.

Frequently asked questions

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 48.2°F (9°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C) respectively.

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

In Downingtown, Pennsylvania, in March, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation.

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 4.4 days and typically aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

In Downingtown, in March, snow falls for 4.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

In Downingtown, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:26 pm EDT.

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Downingtown, PA

  • Average high temperature in March: 48.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Downingtown, PA

  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Downingtown, PA

  • Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Downingtown, 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
Downingtown, PA

  • Average rainfall in March: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.61").

Average rainfall days in March
Downingtown, PA

  • Average rainfall days in March: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Downingtown, PA

  • Average snowfall in March: 3.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Downingtown, PA

  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Downingtown, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Downingtown, PA

  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Downingtown, 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
Downingtown, 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 32).

Average visibility in March
Downingtown, 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).