March weather forecast
Pottsville, PA

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Weather in March

In March, a gradual transition from winter to spring becomes noticeable. Pottsville witnesses an increase in its temperature range signaling the beginning of warmer days. A decrease in snowfall, from 4.96" (126mm) to 0.24" (6mm) in April, heralds the end of the winter season. Despite the lingering cold, the clear weather and lower snowfall make March relatively more comfortable than the preceding months. Nonetheless, the city remains well within the grip of its winter-spring transition.

Temperature

In March, the meteorological conditions in Pottsville change with the average high-temperature moving from a wintry 36.1°F (2.3°C) in February to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C). In the month of March, Pottsville's average low-temperature falls to a freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout March, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.9 rainfall days, and 34.21" (869mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Pottsville. In Pottsville, in March, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.96" (126mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.7 snowfall days, and 20.47" (520mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:28 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 in Pottsville is 6.2h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March leads to these instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Pottsville?

In Pottsville, 45.3°F (7.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 29.3°F (-1.5°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Pottsville?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Pottsville?

In Pottsville, in March, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Pottsville in March?

In Pottsville, Pennsylvania, in March, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.96" (126mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Pottsville have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Pottsville?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:28 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Pottsville is 6.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Pottsville?

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 Pottsville?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Pottsville, PA

Average temperature in March - Pottsville, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Pottsville, PA

Average pressure in March - Pottsville, 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
Pottsville, PA

Average wind speed in March - Pottsville, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Pottsville, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Pottsville, PA

Average rainfall in March - Pottsville, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in March
Pottsville, PA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Pottsville, PA

Average snowfall in March - Pottsville, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.96"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Pottsville, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Pottsville, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.8 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
Pottsville, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Pottsville, 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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Pottsville, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Pottsville, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Pottsville, PA

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

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Pottsville, PA

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in March
Pottsville, PA

Average visibility in March - Pottsville, 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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