March weather forecast
Elkins Park, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Elkins Park, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 33.8°F (1°C) and max 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

Elkins Park observes a slight uplift in the average high-temperature with the onset of March, adjusting from February's cold 40.5°F (4.7°C) to a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C). During March, Elkins Park experiences an average low-temperature of 33.8°F (1°C) at night.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In March, in Elkins Park, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Elkins Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.4 days and collects up to 12.68" (322mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Elkins Park, during March, snow falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Elkins Park, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.3 days and aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:32 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

In March, the average sunshine in Elkins Park is 6.5h.

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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in March leads to these recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Elkins Park?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Elkins Park, is 48.7°F (9.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 33.8°F (1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Elkins Park?

In March, the average relative humidity in Elkins Park, Pennsylvania, is 74%.

How much does it rain in Elkins Park in March?

In March, in Elkins Park, Pennsylvania, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Elkins Park?

In Elkins Park, Pennsylvania, in March, during 3.3 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Elkins Park?

The average day length in March in Elkins Park, Pennsylvania, is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Elkins Park?

On the first day of March in Elkins Park, Pennsylvania, 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.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Elkins Park?

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.

How long on average sun shines in March in Elkins Park?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Elkins Park, Pennsylvania, is 6.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Elkins Park?

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

How high is the UV index in March in Elkins Park?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Elkins Park is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Elkins Park, PA

Average temperature in March - Elkins Park, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Elkins Park, PA

Average pressure in March - Elkins Park, PA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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).

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Average wind speed in March
Elkins Park, PA

Average wind speed in March - Elkins Park, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Elkins Park, PA

Average humidity in March - Elkins Park, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Elkins Park, PA

Average rainfall in March - Elkins Park, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in March
Elkins Park, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Elkins Park, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Elkins Park, PA

Average snowfall in March - Elkins Park, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Elkins Park, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Elkins Park, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Elkins Park, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Elkins Park, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Elkins Park, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Elkins Park, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Elkins Park, PA

Average UV index in March - Elkins Park, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Elkins Park, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Elkins Park, 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 31).

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Average visibility in March
Elkins Park, PA

Average visibility in March - Elkins Park, 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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