Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
As March arrives, a slight rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C) in February to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). Portage, in March, experiences an average temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) at night.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Portage, Pennsylvania, is 81%.Rainfall
In Portage, in March, during 11.4 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Portage, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.8 days and collects up to 29.84" (758mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Portage, Pennsylvania, in March, snow falls for 8.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.54" (90mm) of snow. In Portage, during the entire year, snow falls for 51.3 days and aggregates up to 23.54" (598mm) of snow.Daylight
In Portage, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March in Portage, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:38 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 5.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Frequently asked questions
Is March cold in Portage?
What is the average humidity in March in Portage?
How many days does it rain in March in Portage?
How many days does it snow in March in Portage?
How many hours of daylight does Portage have in March?
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Portage?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Portage?
How many hours of sunshine does Portage have in March?
What is the UV index intensity in March in Portage?
Average temperature in March
Portage, PA
- Average high temperature in March: 44.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 29.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).
Average pressure in March
Portage, 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).
Average wind speed in March
Portage, PA
- Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Portage, PA
- Average humidity in March: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (78%).
Average rainfall in March
Portage, PA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.13"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.61").
Average rainfall days in March
Portage, PA
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Portage, PA
- Average snowfall in March: 3.54"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Portage, PA
- Average snowfall days in March: 8.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Portage, 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 3min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Portage, PA
- Average sunshine days in March: 12.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Portage, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Portage, PA
- Average cloud cover in March: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in March
Portage, 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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