March weather forecastScranton, PA
March
Weather in March
As March arrives, it signals the transition from winter to spring in Scranton. The city experiences a gradual increase in temperature, which is a notable shift from the cold weather conditions observed in February. One distinctive highlight is the drop in snowfall amounting to 5.08" (129mm), providing a sigh of relief for the residents after experiencing more intense snowfall in February. The UV index has also risen, indicating longer and sunnier days. Consequently, despite the lingering chill, a hint of spring is detectable towards the end of the month.Temperature
Scranton's transition into March is noticed by a slight rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a cold 33.4°F (0.8°C) in February to a still wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C). Scranton encounters an average low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) during March nights.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.Rainfall
In Scranton, during March, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. In Scranton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.9 days and collects up to 22.28" (566mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 9.9 days and accumulates 5.08" (129mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 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 Scranton, the average sunshine in March is 5.3h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In March, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Scranton, PA
- Average high temperature in March: 41.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 26.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).
Average pressure in March
Scranton, PA
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"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).
Average wind speed in March
Scranton, PA
- Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Scranton, PA
- Average humidity in March: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (78%).
Average rainfall in March
Scranton, PA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.65"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (2.4").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.38").
Average rainfall days in March
Scranton, PA
- Average rainfall days in March: 10 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).
Average snowfall in March
Scranton, PA
- Average snowfall in March: 5.08"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Scranton, PA
- Average snowfall days in March: 9.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Scranton, 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 12min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Scranton, PA
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).
Average UV index in March
Scranton, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Scranton, PA
- Average cloud cover in March: 59
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in March
Scranton, 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).
