March weather forecast
Washington, PA

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Washington, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 48.6°F (9.2°C).

Temperature

In March, the average high-temperature increases from a wintry 38.3°F (3.5°C) in February to a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C). In March, the average low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Washington, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:44 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

In Washington, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in March interpret into the following advice:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in March in Washington?

In Washington, Pennsylvania, 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?

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

How much does it rain in Washington in March?

In Washington, Pennsylvania, 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 Washington, Pennsylvania, during March, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Washington?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Washington, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:44 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Washington, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Washington have in March?

In Washington, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in March in Washington?

In Washington, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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: 11h and 58min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 59min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 22min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 30min

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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