March weather forecast
Washington, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Washington, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and max 48.6°F (9.2°C).

Temperature

March brings an increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C) in February to a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C). An average low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) is common in Washington, Pennsylvania, during the nights of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Washington, during March, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Washington, there are 143 rainfall days, and 14.8" (376mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Washington are January through May, October through December. In Washington, Pennsylvania, during March, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.5 snowfall days, and 4.88" (124mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Washington, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:13 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:44 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 5.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Washington is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Washington?

In Washington, in March, the average high-temperature is 48.6°F (9.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Washington?

In March, the average relative humidity in Washington, Pennsylvania, is 79%.

How much does it rain in Washington in March?

In Washington, during March, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Washington in March?

In March, in Washington, it is snowing for 4.8 days. Throughout March, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Washington have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Washington?

On the first day of March in Washington, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:13 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:44 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in March in Washington?

In Washington, Pennsylvania, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Washington, PA

Average temperature in March - Washington, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Washington, PA

Average pressure in March - Washington, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Washington, PA

Average wind speed in March - Washington, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Washington, PA

Average humidity in March - Washington, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Washington, PA

Average rainfall in March - Washington, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in March
Washington, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Washington, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Washington, PA

Average snowfall in March - Washington, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Washington, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Washington, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Washington, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Washington, 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: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Washington, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Washington, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Washington, PA

Average UV index in March - Washington, PA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Washington, PA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in March
Washington, PA

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

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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