March weather forecast
Swissvale, PA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Swissvale, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and an average high of 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 37°F (2.8°C) in February to a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C). During March, the average low-temperature in Swissvale is a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Swissvale, in March, during 14.4 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 182.2 rainfall days, and 34.84" (885mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Swissvale, Pennsylvania, are January through May, October through December. In Swissvale, in March, snow falls for 9.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.21" (107mm) of snow. In Swissvale, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.9 days and aggregates up to 25.51" (648mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:43 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 Swissvale is 5.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March leads to these instructions:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Swissvale?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Swissvale, is 47.3°F (8.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Swissvale?

The average relative humidity in March in Swissvale, Pennsylvania, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Swissvale in March?

In Swissvale, Pennsylvania, in March, it is raining for 14.4 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Swissvale in March?

In March, in Swissvale, Pennsylvania, it is snowing for 9.3 days. Throughout March, 4.21" (107mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Swissvale?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Swissvale?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:11 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Swissvale, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:43 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Swissvale?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Swissvale is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Swissvale, PA

Average temperature in March - Swissvale, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.3°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: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Swissvale, PA

Average pressure in March - Swissvale, 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
Swissvale, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Swissvale, PA

Average humidity in March - Swissvale, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (75%).

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Average rainfall in March
Swissvale, PA

Average rainfall in March - Swissvale, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in March
Swissvale, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Swissvale, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Swissvale, PA

Average snowfall in March - Swissvale, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Swissvale, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Swissvale, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.8 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
Swissvale, PA

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Swissvale, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Swissvale, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Swissvale, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Swissvale, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Swissvale, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in March
Swissvale, PA

Average visibility in March - Swissvale, PA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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