March weather forecast
West Decatur, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in West Decatur, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28°F (-2.2°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 34.5°F (1.4°C) to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). March nights observe an average temperature dip to a freezing cold 28°F (-2.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In West Decatur, in March, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation. In West Decatur, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159 days and collects up to 23.46" (596mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, in West Decatur, Pennsylvania, it is snowing for 9.2 days. Throughout March, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is accumulated. In West Decatur, during the entire year, snow falls for 67.7 days and aggregates up to 23.54" (598mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in West Decatur is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of March, in West Decatur, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:37 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 West Decatur, Pennsylvania, is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in West Decatur is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in West Decatur?

In West Decatur, 44.1°F (6.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 28°F (-2.2°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in West Decatur?

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

How much does it rain in West Decatur in March?

In West Decatur, Pennsylvania, in March, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in West Decatur?

In March, it is snowing for 9.2 days. Throughout March, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does West Decatur have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in West Decatur?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in West Decatur, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:37 pm EDT.

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

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 many hours of sunshine does West Decatur have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in West Decatur?

In West Decatur, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
West Decatur, PA

Average temperature in March - West Decatur, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28°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°F).

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Average pressure in March
West Decatur, PA

Average pressure in March - West Decatur, 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
West Decatur, PA

Average wind speed in March - West Decatur, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in March
West Decatur, PA

Average humidity in March - West Decatur, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
West Decatur, PA

Average rainfall in March - West Decatur, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.42").

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Average rainfall days in March
West Decatur, PA

Average rainfall days in March - West Decatur, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
West Decatur, PA

Average snowfall in March - West Decatur, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.27"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
West Decatur, PA

Average snowfall days in March - West Decatur, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 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
West Decatur, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - West Decatur, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
West Decatur, PA

Average sunshine days in March - West Decatur, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
West Decatur, PA

Average UV index in March - West Decatur, 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
West Decatur, PA

Average cloud cover in March - West Decatur, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in March
West Decatur, PA

Average visibility in March - West Decatur, PA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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