March weather forecast
Portland, PA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Portland, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

As March sets, the average high-temperature shows a slight increase, moving up from an icy 36.3°F (2.4°C) in February to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). Throughout the month of March, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Portland, in March, during 10.7 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Portland, there are 135.7 rainfall days, and 23.74" (603mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. March is the month with the most snowfall in Portland. Snow falls for 7.1 days and accumulates 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Portland, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:24 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 Portland, Pennsylvania, is 5.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Portland is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March leads to these advisories:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Portland?

Portland in March has an average high-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Portland?

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in Portland in March?

In Portland, during March, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Portland?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.1 days and accumulates 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Portland in March?

In Portland, Pennsylvania, during March, snow falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Portland have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Portland?

On the first day of March in Portland, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:24 pm EDT.

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

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Portland?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Portland is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Portland, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Portland, PA

Average pressure in March - Portland, PA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Portland, PA

Average wind speed in March - Portland, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
Portland, PA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
Portland, PA

Average rainfall in March - Portland, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

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Average rainfall days in March
Portland, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Portland, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Portland, PA

Average snowfall in March - Portland, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.82"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Portland, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Portland, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.5 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
Portland, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Portland, 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 18min).

  • 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: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Portland, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Portland, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Portland, PA

Average UV index in March - Portland, 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
Portland, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Portland, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in March
Portland, PA

Average visibility in March - Portland, 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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