March weather forecast
Palo Alto, PA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Palo Alto, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

Palo Alto's transition into March is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from an icy 36.1°F (2.3°C) in February to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C). During the month of March, Palo Alto anticipates a mean low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Palo Alto, Pennsylvania, in March, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Palo Alto, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.9 days and collects up to 34.21" (869mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Palo Alto are January through May, October through December. In Palo Alto, Pennsylvania, in March, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.96" (126mm) of snow. In Palo Alto, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.7 days and aggregates up to 20.47" (520mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Palo Alto, Pennsylvania, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Palo Alto, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:28 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 Palo Alto is 6.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Palo Alto in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Palo Alto, is 45.3°F (7.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Palo Alto?

The average relative humidity in March in Palo Alto, Pennsylvania, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Palo Alto?

In Palo Alto, in March, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Palo Alto in March?

In March, in Palo Alto, Pennsylvania, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout March, 4.96" (126mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Palo Alto?

In March, the average day length in Palo Alto, Pennsylvania, is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Palo Alto?

On the first day of March in Palo Alto, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:28 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Palo Alto?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in March in Palo Alto?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Palo Alto, Pennsylvania, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Palo Alto, PA

Average temperature in March - Palo Alto, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Palo Alto, PA

Average pressure in March - Palo Alto, 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 (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Palo Alto, PA

Average wind speed in March - Palo Alto, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Palo Alto, PA

Average humidity in March - Palo Alto, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Palo Alto, PA

Average rainfall in March - Palo Alto, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in March
Palo Alto, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Palo Alto, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Palo Alto, PA

Average snowfall in March - Palo Alto, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.96"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Palo Alto, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Palo Alto, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Palo Alto, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Palo Alto, 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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Palo Alto, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Palo Alto, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Palo Alto, PA

Average UV index in March - Palo Alto, PA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Palo Alto, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Palo Alto, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in March
Palo Alto, PA

Average visibility in March - Palo Alto, PA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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