March weather forecast
Orchard Hills, PA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Orchard Hills, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.9°F (8.3°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of March marks an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 37°F (2.8°C) in February to a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C). Orchard Hills records an average nighttime low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout March, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Orchard Hills, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.1 days and collects up to 18.54" (471mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Orchard Hills. In Orchard Hills, in March, snow falls for 7.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.17" (55mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 45.9 snowfall days, and 11.3" (287mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Orchard Hills, Pennsylvania, is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Orchard Hills, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:42 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

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Orchard Hills is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During March, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Orchard Hills in March?

March temperatures in Orchard Hills vary between a high-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C) and a low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Orchard Hills?

The average relative humidity in March in Orchard Hills is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Orchard Hills?

In March, in Orchard Hills, Pennsylvania, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout March, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Orchard Hills?

In March, it is snowing for 7.1 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Orchard Hills have in March?

In Orchard Hills, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Orchard Hills?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:42 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Orchard Hills is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Orchard Hills?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Orchard Hills, Pennsylvania, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Orchard Hills, PA

Average temperature in March - Orchard Hills, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.9°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 (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Orchard Hills, PA

Average pressure in March - Orchard Hills, 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
Orchard Hills, PA

Average wind speed in March - Orchard Hills, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Orchard Hills, PA

Average humidity in March - Orchard Hills, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Orchard Hills, PA

Average rainfall in March - Orchard Hills, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.02").

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Average rainfall days in March
Orchard Hills, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Orchard Hills, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Orchard Hills, PA

Average snowfall in March - Orchard Hills, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Orchard Hills, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Orchard Hills, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.9 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
Orchard Hills, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Orchard Hills, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Orchard Hills, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Orchard Hills, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

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Average UV index in March
Orchard Hills, PA

Average UV index in March - Orchard Hills, 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
Orchard Hills, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Orchard Hills, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in March
Orchard Hills, PA

Average visibility in March - Orchard Hills, 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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