March weather forecast
Petersburg, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Petersburg, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and an average high of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

Petersburg's transition into March is marked by a temperature shift, moving from an icy 36°F (2.2°C) in February to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). Petersburg records a consistent low-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In Petersburg, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Petersburg, during March, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 166.2 rainfall days, and 23.86" (606mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Petersburg, during March, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow. In Petersburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 50 days and aggregates up to 16.77" (426mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Petersburg, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:36 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 Petersburg, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Petersburg in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Petersburg, records 45.1°F (7.3°C), while the low-temperature is 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Petersburg?

The average relative humidity in March in Petersburg, Pennsylvania, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Petersburg?

In Petersburg, in March, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Petersburg in March?

In Petersburg, Pennsylvania, in March, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Petersburg have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Petersburg?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:36 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Petersburg is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in March in Petersburg?

In Petersburg, Pennsylvania, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Petersburg, PA

Average temperature in March - Petersburg, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Petersburg, PA

Average pressure in March - Petersburg, 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
Petersburg, PA

Average wind speed in March - Petersburg, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Petersburg, PA

Average humidity in March - Petersburg, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
Petersburg, PA

Average rainfall in March - Petersburg, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in March
Petersburg, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Petersburg, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Petersburg, PA

Average snowfall in March - Petersburg, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Petersburg, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Petersburg, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15 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
Petersburg, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Petersburg, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Petersburg, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Petersburg, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Petersburg, PA

Average UV index in March - Petersburg, PA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Petersburg, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Petersburg, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in March
Petersburg, PA

Average visibility in March - Petersburg, 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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