March weather forecastSmethport, PA
March
Weather in March
The weather begins to transition from winter to spring in March. A noticeable improvement in climate conditions occur, with temperatures rising and snowfall decreasing. The weather sees a reduction in snowfall to an average 4.06" (103mm) compared to the previous two months. The daylight hours increase, indicating the start of extended daytime for the upcoming summer. Consequently, March brings about the onset of the spring.Temperature
As February transitions into March, Smethport sees a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) to a cold 40.6°F (4.8°C). In the month of March, Smethport's average low-temperature falls to a freezing cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 82%.Rainfall
In Smethport, in March, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 160.5 rainfall days, and 29.88" (759mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Smethport, in March, during 10.7 snowfall days, 4.06" (103mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 79.8 snowfall days, and 40.12" (1019mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:38 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 March, the average sunshine is 5h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Smethport, PA
- Average high temperature in March: 40.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 25.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).
Average pressure in March
Smethport, 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).
Average wind speed in March
Smethport, PA
- Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Smethport, PA
- Average humidity in March: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, June and July (79%).
Average rainfall in March
Smethport, PA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.24"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in March
Smethport, PA
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).
Average snowfall in March
Smethport, PA
- Average snowfall in March: 4.06"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Smethport, PA
- Average snowfall days in March: 10.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Smethport, 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 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Smethport, PA
- Average sunshine days in March: 11.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.1 days).
Average UV index in March
Smethport, 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
Smethport, PA
- Average cloud cover in March: 64
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 43).
Average visibility in March
Smethport, PA
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, August, September and December (4mi).
