March weather forecast
South Sterling, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in South Sterling, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 27°F (-2.8°C) and max 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Temperature

A slight uplift in the average high-temperature marks March, adjusting from February's 34.2°F (1.2°C) to a still icy 41.7°F (5.4°C). In the month of March, an average of 27°F (-2.8°C) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In South Sterling, during March, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation. In South Sterling, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.8 days and collects up to 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in South Sterling, Pennsylvania. In South Sterling, Pennsylvania, during March, snow falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.91" (201mm) of snow. In South Sterling, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.1 days and aggregates up to 38.86" (987mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in South Sterling is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:25 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 South Sterling is 5.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in South Sterling?

An average high-temperature, in March, in South Sterling, is 41.7°F (5.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in South Sterling?

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

How much does it rain in South Sterling in March?

In South Sterling, during March, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in South Sterling in March?

In South Sterling, Pennsylvania, in March, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 7.91" (201mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does South Sterling have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in South Sterling?

On the first day of March in South Sterling, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:25 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in South Sterling is 5.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in South Sterling?

In South Sterling, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
South Sterling, PA

Average temperature in March - South Sterling, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

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Average pressure in March
South Sterling, PA

Average pressure in March - South Sterling, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
South Sterling, PA

Average wind speed in March - South Sterling, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in March
South Sterling, PA

Average humidity in March - South Sterling, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
South Sterling, PA

Average rainfall in March - South Sterling, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in March
South Sterling, PA

Average rainfall days in March - South Sterling, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
South Sterling, PA

Average snowfall in March - South Sterling, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.03").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
South Sterling, PA

Average snowfall days in March - South Sterling, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 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
South Sterling, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - South Sterling, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
South Sterling, PA

Average sunshine days in March - South Sterling, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
South Sterling, PA

Average UV index in March - South Sterling, PA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in March
South Sterling, PA

Average cloud cover in March - South Sterling, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in March
South Sterling, PA

Average visibility in March - South Sterling, 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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