March weather forecastReading, PA
March
Weather in March
March is characterised by a steady increase in temperatures and daylight hours in Reading, Pennsylvania. The highest average snowfall for the year occurs during this month, at 3.58in. Though its arrival signals the official start of spring, March's weather can still feel quite wintery at times. As the weeks progress, hopeful signs of spring begin to break through the cold, under the longer hour of sunshine, bringing some relief from the cold starts to the day. The thawing landscape and longer days are signals for residents to anticipate the imminent colourful arrival of spring.Temperature
March comes with an increase, with the average high-temperature moving from a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C) in February to a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C). The nighttime temperature dips to a freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) on average during March.Humidity
In Reading, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout March, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Reading, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.7 days and collects up to 30.83" (783mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Reading. March is the month with the most snowfall in Reading, Pennsylvania. Snow falls for 3.8 days and accumulates 3.58" (91mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:27 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 Reading, the average sunshine in March is 6.3h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Reading, PA
- Average high temperature in March: 46.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 31.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Reading, PA
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"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).
Average wind speed in March
Reading, 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).
Average humidity in March
Reading, PA
- Average humidity in March: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).
Average rainfall in March
Reading, PA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.05").
Average rainfall days in March
Reading, PA
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Reading, PA
- Average snowfall in March: 3.58"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Reading, PA
- Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Reading, 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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Reading, PA
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Reading, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Reading, PA
- Average cloud cover in March: 48
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in March
Reading, PA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, June, July, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May, August, September and October (5mi).
