March weather forecast
Schaefferstown, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Schaefferstown, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 46.9°F (8.3°C) and an average low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

As March sets, the average high-temperature shows an increase, moving up from an icy 37.8°F (3.2°C) in February to a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C). In Schaefferstown, the average low-temperature during the month of March is a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Schaefferstown, during March, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 168.8 rainfall days, and 33.27" (845mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. March is the month with the most snowfall in Schaefferstown. Snow falls for 5.4 days and accumulates 4.49" (114mm) 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 6:37 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Schaefferstown, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:29 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 Schaefferstown, Pennsylvania, 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 in Schaefferstown, Pennsylvania. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Schaefferstown in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Schaefferstown, is 46.9°F (8.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Schaefferstown?

In Schaefferstown, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Schaefferstown?

In Schaefferstown, Pennsylvania, in March, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Schaefferstown?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Schaefferstown, Pennsylvania. Snow falls for 5.4 days and accumulates 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Schaefferstown?

In March, in Schaefferstown, Pennsylvania, it is snowing for 5.4 days. Throughout March, 4.49" (114mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Schaefferstown have in March?

The average day length in March in Schaefferstown, Pennsylvania, is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Schaefferstown?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Schaefferstown?

The months with the lowest UV index in Schaefferstown, Pennsylvania, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Schaefferstown?

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

Average temperature in March - Schaefferstown, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Schaefferstown, PA

Average pressure in March - Schaefferstown, 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
Schaefferstown, PA

Average wind speed in March - Schaefferstown, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Schaefferstown, PA

Average humidity in March - Schaefferstown, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and October (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
Schaefferstown, PA

Average rainfall in March - Schaefferstown, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

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Average rainfall days in March
Schaefferstown, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Schaefferstown, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Schaefferstown, PA

Average snowfall in March - Schaefferstown, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.49"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Schaefferstown, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Schaefferstown, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 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
Schaefferstown, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Schaefferstown, 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 2min

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

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Average sunshine days in March
Schaefferstown, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Schaefferstown, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Schaefferstown, PA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Schaefferstown, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Schaefferstown, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in March
Schaefferstown, PA

Average visibility in March - Schaefferstown, 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).

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