March weather forecast
Option, PA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Option, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 47.8°F (8.8°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

Option's transition into March is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C) in February to a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C). In Option, the average low-temperature during the month of March is a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Option, in March, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Option, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128 days and collects up to 10.2" (259mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Option, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:52 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 is 5.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Option in March?

March temperatures in Option vary between a high-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C) and a low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Option?

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

How much does it rain in Option in March?

In Option, Pennsylvania, in March, during 10.2 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Option?

In Option, Pennsylvania, in March, snow falls for 7.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Option have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Option?

On the first day of March in Option, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 6:52 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 Option?

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

In Option, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Option?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Option is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Option, PA

Average temperature in March - Option, 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
Option, PA

Average pressure in March - Option, 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
Option, PA

Average wind speed in March - Option, 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
Option, PA

Average humidity in March - Option, 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
Option, PA

Average rainfall in March - Option, 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
Option, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Option, 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
Option, PA

Average snowfall in March - Option, 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
Option, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Option, 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
Option, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Option, 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
Option, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Option, 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
Option, PA

Average UV index in March - Option, 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
Option, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Option, 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
Option, PA

Average visibility in March - Option, 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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