March weather forecast
McKeesport, PA

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Weather in March

March in this Pennsylvanian city brings some signs of thermal relief as the snowfall decreases from 1.65" (42mm) in February to 1.18" (30mm). Longer daylight hours fuel dreams of spring. Again, icy rains are common, often transforming into heavy downpours or light sprinkles. The chill in the air fades with the month's progress, yielding to milder climes. Fairly clear weather allows for increased outdoor activities compared to the previous winter months.

Temperature

March sees a temperature increase, moving from a wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C) in February to a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C). McKeesport, in March, witnesses an average low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

In McKeesport, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout March, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 128 rainfall days, and 10.2" (259mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in McKeesport. In McKeesport, in March, during 7.2 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In McKeesport, during the entire year, snow falls for 50 days and aggregates up to 6.69" (170mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in McKeesport is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in McKeesport, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:43 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 McKeesport is 5.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in March leads to these recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in McKeesport?

The high-temperature, in March, in McKeesport, records 47.8°F (8.8°C), while the low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in McKeesport?

In McKeesport, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in McKeesport?

In March, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout March, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in McKeesport in March?

In McKeesport, in March, during 7.2 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in McKeesport?

On the first day of March in McKeesport, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:43 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in McKeesport, 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 McKeesport have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in McKeesport, Pennsylvania, is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March in McKeesport?

In McKeesport, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
McKeesport, PA

Average temperature in March - McKeesport, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
McKeesport, PA

Average pressure in March - McKeesport, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
McKeesport, PA

Average wind speed in March - McKeesport, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
McKeesport, PA

Average humidity in March - McKeesport, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
McKeesport, PA

Average rainfall in March - McKeesport, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.26").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in March
McKeesport, PA

Average rainfall days in March - McKeesport, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
McKeesport, PA

Average snowfall in March - McKeesport, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.18"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
McKeesport, PA

Average snowfall days in March - McKeesport, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - McKeesport, 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: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
McKeesport, PA

Average sunshine days in March - McKeesport, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
McKeesport, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
McKeesport, PA

Average cloud cover in March - McKeesport, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in March
McKeesport, PA

Average visibility in March - McKeesport, PA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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