March weather forecast
Riggs, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Riggs, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

March shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's 32.7°F (0.4°C) to a still wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). Throughout March in Riggs, Pennsylvania, a steady low-temperature average of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) is noted.

Humidity

In Riggs, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In Riggs, Pennsylvania, during March, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. In Riggs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.7 days and collects up to 24.09" (612mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Riggs are January through May, October through December. In Riggs, during March, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 67.5 snowfall days, and 20.75" (527mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Riggs, Pennsylvania, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 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

The average sunshine in March is 5.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Riggs is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March leads to these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Riggs in March?

The high-temperature in Riggs, Pennsylvania, during March is 41.9°F (5.5°C) and the low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Riggs?

In March, the average relative humidity in Riggs is 81%.

How much does it rain in Riggs in March?

In Riggs, Pennsylvania, in March, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Riggs in March?

In Riggs, Pennsylvania, in March, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.39" (86mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Riggs?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Riggs?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Riggs, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Riggs?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Riggs, Pennsylvania, is 5.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Riggs?

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

Average temperature in March - Riggs, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Riggs, PA

Average pressure in March - Riggs, PA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"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
Riggs, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Riggs, PA

Average humidity in March - Riggs, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (78%).

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Average rainfall in March
Riggs, PA

Average rainfall in March - Riggs, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in March
Riggs, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Riggs, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Riggs, PA

Average snowfall in March - Riggs, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Riggs, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Riggs, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.9 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
Riggs, PA

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

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Riggs, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Riggs, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Riggs, PA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Riggs, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Riggs, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 61

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in March
Riggs, PA

Average visibility in March - Riggs, PA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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