March weather forecast
Plunkett, PA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Plunkett, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and an average high of 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

Entering March, Plunkett sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature advancing from February's cold 34.5°F (1.4°C) to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). Throughout March, Plunkett encounters an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Plunkett, during March, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Plunkett, Pennsylvania, there are 170.2 rainfall days, and 32.2" (818mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Plunkett, in March, during 6.5 snowfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 41.9 snowfall days, and 19.76" (502mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Plunkett is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Plunkett, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Plunkett in March?

The high-temperature in Plunkett, Pennsylvania, during March is 44.2°F (6.8°C) and the low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Plunkett?

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

How much does it rain in Plunkett in March?

In Plunkett, in March, during 12.7 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Plunkett in March?

In Plunkett, Pennsylvania, in March, during 6.5 snowfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Plunkett have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Plunkett?

On the first day of March in Plunkett, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Plunkett, Pennsylvania, is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in March in Plunkett?

In Plunkett, Pennsylvania, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Plunkett, PA

Average temperature in March - Plunkett, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

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Average pressure in March
Plunkett, PA

Average pressure in March - Plunkett, 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
Plunkett, PA

Average wind speed in March - Plunkett, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Plunkett, PA

Average humidity in March - Plunkett, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Plunkett, PA

Average rainfall in March - Plunkett, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in March
Plunkett, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Plunkett, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Plunkett, PA

Average snowfall in March - Plunkett, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Plunkett, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Plunkett, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.5 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
Plunkett, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Plunkett, PA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Plunkett, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Plunkett, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Plunkett, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Plunkett, PA

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in March
Plunkett, PA

Average visibility in March - Plunkett, 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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