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
As March begins in Harrisburg, there is an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C) in February to a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C). Harrisburg's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) during the nights of March.Humidity
March and April, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In Harrisburg, during March, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation. In Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.3 days and collects up to 11.73" (298mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Harrisburg, during March, snow falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 19.9 snowfall days, and 4.29" (109mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of March, 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 Harrisburg, 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 in Harrisburg. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in March in Harrisburg?
What is the least humid month in Harrisburg?
What is the average humidity in March in Harrisburg?
How much does it rain in Harrisburg in March?
How much does it snow in Harrisburg in March?
What is the average length of the day in March in Harrisburg?
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Harrisburg?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Harrisburg?
How many hours of sunshine does Harrisburg have in March?
When is the lowest UV index in Harrisburg?
What is the UV index intensity in March in Harrisburg?
Average temperature in March
Harrisburg, PA
- Average high temperature in March: 47.8°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 (35.1°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 31.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Harrisburg, PA
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Harrisburg, PA
- Average wind speed in March: 8.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Harrisburg, PA
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (75%).
Average rainfall in March
Harrisburg, PA
- Average rainfall in March: 0.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.3").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.71").
Average rainfall days in March
Harrisburg, PA
- Average rainfall days in March: 9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).
Average snowfall in March
Harrisburg, PA
- Average snowfall in March: 1.1"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Harrisburg, PA
- Average snowfall days in March: 3.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Harrisburg, 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 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Harrisburg, PA
- Average sunshine days in March: 18.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.1 days).
Average UV index in March
Harrisburg, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Harrisburg, PA
- Average cloud cover in March: 49
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Harrisburg, 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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