March weather forecast
Shirleysburg, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Shirleysburg, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 46.9°F (8.3°C) and 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals an increase in average high-temperatures, moving from February's icy 37.2°F (2.9°C) to a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C). During March, Shirleysburg's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Shirleysburg, Pennsylvania, is 77%.

Rainfall

In Shirleysburg, in March, during 13.6 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Shirleysburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.3 days and collects up to 28.19" (716mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Shirleysburg, in March, during 6.3 snowfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 40.6 snowfall days, and 17.91" (455mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Shirleysburg, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Shirleysburg, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:35 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 Shirleysburg, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine in March is 6.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Shirleysburg in March?

In March, in Shirleysburg, the average high-temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Shirleysburg?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Shirleysburg?

In Shirleysburg, Pennsylvania, in March, during 13.6 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Shirleysburg in March?

In Shirleysburg, in March, snow falls for 6.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Shirleysburg have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Shirleysburg?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Shirleysburg, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:35 pm EDT.

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

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

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

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

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in March in Shirleysburg?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Shirleysburg is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Shirleysburg, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Shirleysburg, PA

Average pressure in March - Shirleysburg, PA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Shirleysburg, PA

Average wind speed in March - Shirleysburg, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Shirleysburg, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

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Average rainfall in March
Shirleysburg, PA

Average rainfall in March - Shirleysburg, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in March
Shirleysburg, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Shirleysburg, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Shirleysburg, PA

Average snowfall in March - Shirleysburg, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Shirleysburg, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Shirleysburg, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Shirleysburg, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Shirleysburg, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Shirleysburg, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Shirleysburg, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Shirleysburg, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May and June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Shirleysburg, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Shirleysburg, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in March
Shirleysburg, PA

Average visibility in March - Shirleysburg, 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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