March weather forecastSteelton, PA
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Steelton, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 47.8°F (8.8°C) and 31.6°F (-0.2°C).Temperature
The rise of average high-temperatures is seen in March, with an increase from an icy 38.7°F (3.7°C) in February to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C). Steelton experiences a nighttime temperature average of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) during March.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 76%.Rainfall
In Steelton, during March, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146 rainfall days, and 19.53" (496mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Steelton, in March, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.36" (60mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 23.2 snowfall days, and 8.39" (213mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:31 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 is 6.4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Steelton, PA
- Average high temperature in March: 47.8°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 (35.2°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 31.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Steelton, 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).
Average wind speed in March
Steelton, PA
- Average wind speed in March: 8.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Steelton, PA
- Average humidity in March: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).
Average rainfall in March
Steelton, PA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.42"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and August (2.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.3").
Average rainfall days in March
Steelton, PA
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Steelton, PA
- Average snowfall in March: 2.36"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Steelton, PA
- Average snowfall days in March: 4.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Steelton, 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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Steelton, PA
- Average sunshine days in March: 15 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).
Average UV index in March
Steelton, PA
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Steelton, PA
- Average cloud cover in March: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Steelton, PA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).
