March weather forecast
State College, PA

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Weather in March

The arrival of March in State College, Pennsylvania heralds the incoming spring season with rising temperatures and lowering snowfall. This contrasts with the weather of the past February, and the transformation is more profound as March transitions into April. Of note in the March climate is the substantial decrease in snowfall to just 4.29" (109mm) which occurs over a mere 9.3 days. As the snow recedes, revealing signs of early spring, March becomes a pivotal point from harsh winter to milder spring. This shift in seasonal norms makes it an opportune time for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy the evolving landscape.

Temperature

The start of March signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 35.2°F (1.8°C) in February to a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C). In the month of March, State College experiences an average low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In State College, in March, during 14.6 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In State College, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.7 days and collects up to 30.94" (786mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 9.3 days. Throughout March, 4.29" (109mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in State College, there are 59 snowfall days, and 26.3" (668mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In State College, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of March, in State College, 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 March, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in State College, Pennsylvania, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during March morphs into the following directions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in State College in March?

State College in March has an average high-temperature of 44.8°F (7.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in State College?

In March, the average relative humidity in State College is 79%.

How much does it rain in State College in March?

In State College, Pennsylvania, during March, the rain falls for 14.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in State College in March?

In State College, in March, during 9.3 snowfall days, 4.29" (109mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in State College?

In March, the average day length in State College, Pennsylvania, is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in State College?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in State College, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:35 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in State College is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in State College?

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

Average temperature in March - State College, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.8°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 (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
State College, PA

Average pressure in March - State College, 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 (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
State College, PA

Average wind speed in March - State College, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
State College, PA

Average humidity in March - State College, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
State College, PA

Average rainfall in March - State College, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in March
State College, PA

Average rainfall days in March - State College, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
State College, PA

Average snowfall in March - State College, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.29"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
State College, PA

Average snowfall days in March - State College, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 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
State College, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - State College, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
State College, PA

Average sunshine days in March - State College, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
State College, PA

Average UV index in March - State College, 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
State College, PA

Average cloud cover in March - State College, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in March
State College, PA

Average visibility in March - State College, PA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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