March weather forecast
McKnightstown, PA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in McKnightstown, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48.4°F (9.1°C) and 32°F (0°C).

Temperature

March's arrival coincides with a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's wintry 39.4°F (4.1°C) to a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C). Throughout March, the average low-temperature in McKnightstown dips to a wintry 32°F (0°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In McKnightstown, Pennsylvania, in March, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. In McKnightstown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125 days and collects up to 12.13" (308mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. March is the month with the most snowfall in McKnightstown, Pennsylvania. Snow falls for 3.9 days and accumulates 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in McKnightstown is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in McKnightstown, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:32 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 in McKnightstown is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for McKnightstown in March?

In McKnightstown, in March, the average high-temperature is 48.4°F (9.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 32°F (0°C).

What is the average humidity in March in McKnightstown?

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

How many days does it rain in March in McKnightstown?

In March, in McKnightstown, Pennsylvania, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout March, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in McKnightstown?

March is the month with the most snowfall in McKnightstown. Snow falls for 3.9 days and accumulates 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in McKnightstown in March?

In McKnightstown, Pennsylvania, in March, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in March in McKnightstown, Pennsylvania, is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in McKnightstown?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in McKnightstown, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:32 pm EDT.

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

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

In McKnightstown, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March in McKnightstown?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in McKnightstown is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
McKnightstown, PA

Average temperature in March - McKnightstown, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
McKnightstown, PA

Average pressure in March - McKnightstown, PA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
McKnightstown, PA

Average wind speed in March - McKnightstown, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
McKnightstown, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

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Average rainfall in March
McKnightstown, PA

Average rainfall in March - McKnightstown, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.46").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in March
McKnightstown, PA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
McKnightstown, PA

Average snowfall in March - McKnightstown, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
McKnightstown, PA

Average snowfall days in March - McKnightstown, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 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
McKnightstown, PA

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

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Average sunshine days in March
McKnightstown, PA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
McKnightstown, PA

Average UV index in March - McKnightstown, PA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
McKnightstown, PA

Average cloud cover in March - McKnightstown, 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 31).

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Average visibility in March
McKnightstown, PA

Average visibility in March - McKnightstown, 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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