March weather forecast
Ephrata, PA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Ephrata, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

A minor escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of March, moving from a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C) in February to a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C). The low-temperature in Ephrata averages to a subzero cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

In Ephrata, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Ephrata, Pennsylvania, during March, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ephrata, Pennsylvania, there are 127.9 rainfall days, and 11.69" (297mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, May, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows in Ephrata. During 3.6 snowfall days, in March, Ephrata aggregates 1.02" (26mm) of snow. In Ephrata, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.5 days and aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:28 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 Ephrata, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ephrata are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Ephrata?

The high-temperature, in March, in Ephrata, records 46.9°F (8.3°C), while the low-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Ephrata?

In Ephrata, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Ephrata?

In Ephrata, in March, during 10 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Ephrata?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Ephrata. During 3.6 snowfall days, in March, Ephrata aggregates 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Ephrata?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Ephrata?

On the first day of March in Ephrata, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:28 pm EDT.

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

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 many hours of sunshine does Ephrata have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Ephrata is 6.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ephrata?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Ephrata?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Ephrata, Pennsylvania, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Ephrata, PA

Average temperature in March - Ephrata, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Ephrata, PA

Average pressure in March - Ephrata, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Ephrata, PA

Average wind speed in March - Ephrata, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
Ephrata, PA

Average humidity in March - Ephrata, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and October (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
Ephrata, PA

Average rainfall in March - Ephrata, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in March
Ephrata, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Ephrata, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Ephrata, PA

Average snowfall in March - Ephrata, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Ephrata, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Ephrata, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ephrata, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ephrata, 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 2min

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 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Ephrata, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Ephrata, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Ephrata, PA

Average UV index in March - Ephrata, PA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (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
Ephrata, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Ephrata, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Ephrata, PA

Average visibility in March - Ephrata, PA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, August, September and October (5mi).

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