March weather forecast
Plainfield, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Plainfield, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and an average high of 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 38.1°F (3.4°C) in February to a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C). Throughout the month of March, Plainfield observes an average nighttime temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Plainfield is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout March, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Plainfield, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158 days and collects up to 28.03" (712mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Plainfield, in March, during 5.6 snowfall days, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 29.2 snowfall days, and 15.31" (389mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Plainfield, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Plainfield, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:32 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 Plainfield, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in March transforms into the following instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Plainfield?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Plainfield, is 47.8°F (8.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Plainfield?

In March, the average relative humidity in Plainfield is 77%.

How much does it rain in Plainfield in March?

In Plainfield, in March, during 13.8 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Plainfield in March?

In March, in Plainfield, Pennsylvania, it is snowing for 5.6 days. Throughout March, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Plainfield have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Plainfield?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:32 pm EDT.

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

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

In Plainfield, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Plainfield?

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

How high is the UV index in March in Plainfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Plainfield is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Plainfield, PA

Average temperature in March - Plainfield, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Plainfield, PA

Average pressure in March - Plainfield, 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
Plainfield, PA

Average wind speed in March - Plainfield, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Plainfield, PA

Average humidity in March - Plainfield, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and October (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
Plainfield, PA

Average rainfall in March - Plainfield, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in March
Plainfield, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Plainfield, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Plainfield, PA

Average snowfall in March - Plainfield, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Plainfield, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Plainfield, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 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
Plainfield, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Plainfield, 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: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Plainfield, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Plainfield, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

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Average UV index in March
Plainfield, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and 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
Plainfield, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Plainfield, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in March
Plainfield, PA

Average visibility in March - Plainfield, PA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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