March weather forecast
New Salem, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in New Salem, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 48.4°F (9.1°C).

Temperature

In New Salem, the onset of March comes with an increased average high-temperature, moving from February's cold 38.8°F (3.8°C) to a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C). New Salem usually reports an average low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) during the month of March.

Humidity

In New Salem, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In New Salem, in March, during 13.2 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in New Salem, there are 143.4 rainfall days, and 13.19" (335mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in New Salem. In New Salem, Pennsylvania, in March, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.05" (52mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in New Salem, there are 56 snowfall days, and 11.54" (293mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in New Salem is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EST. On the last day of March, in New Salem, 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 is 5.5h.

UV index

In New Salem, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
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. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in New Salem?

New Salem in March has an average high-temperature of 48.4°F (9.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in New Salem?

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in New Salem in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout March, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in New Salem in March?

In New Salem, during March, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does New Salem have in March?

In March, the average day length in New Salem is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in New Salem?

In March, on the first day of the month, 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 New Salem?

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March in New Salem?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
New Salem, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
New Salem, PA

Average pressure in March - New Salem, 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
New Salem, PA

Average wind speed in March - New Salem, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
New Salem, PA

Average humidity in March - New Salem, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
New Salem, PA

Average rainfall in March - New Salem, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in March
New Salem, PA

Average rainfall days in March - New Salem, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
New Salem, PA

Average snowfall in March - New Salem, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
New Salem, PA

Average snowfall days in March - New Salem, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 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
New Salem, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - New Salem, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
New Salem, PA

Average sunshine days in March - New Salem, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
New Salem, PA

Average UV index in March - New Salem, PA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in March
New Salem, PA

Average cloud cover in March - New Salem, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in March
New Salem, PA

Average visibility in March - New Salem, PA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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