March weather forecast
West Reading, PA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in West Reading, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and an average high of 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

March brings an increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from a wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C) in February to a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C). During March, West Reading consistently records a temperature low averaging a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In West Reading, during March, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. In West Reading, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.7 days and collects up to 30.83" (783mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in West Reading. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.8 days and accumulates 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

Daylight

In West Reading, Pennsylvania, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST. On the last day of March, in West Reading, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:27 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

In West Reading, the average sunshine in March is 6.3h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in West Reading?

In West Reading, 46.9°F (8.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 31.1°F (-0.5°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in West Reading?

In March, the average relative humidity in West Reading is 77%.

How much does it rain in West Reading in March?

In West Reading, during March, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in West Reading?

March is the month with the most snowfall in West Reading, Pennsylvania. Snow falls for 3.8 days and accumulates 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in West Reading in March?

In West Reading, Pennsylvania, during March, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in West Reading?

The average day length in March in West Reading, Pennsylvania, is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in West Reading?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:27 pm EDT.

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

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 West Reading?

In March, the average sunshine duration in West Reading is 6.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in West Reading?

The months with the lowest UV index in West Reading are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in March in West Reading?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in West Reading, Pennsylvania, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
West Reading, PA

Average temperature in March - West Reading, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
West Reading, PA

Average pressure in March - West Reading, PA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
West Reading, PA

Average wind speed in March - West Reading, 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).

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Average humidity in March
West Reading, PA

Average humidity in March - West Reading, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
West Reading, PA

Average rainfall in March - West Reading, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in March
West Reading, PA

Average rainfall days in March - West Reading, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
West Reading, PA

Average snowfall in March - West Reading, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
West Reading, PA

Average snowfall days in March - West Reading, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.4 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 Reading, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - West Reading, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
West Reading, PA

Average sunshine days in March - West Reading, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
West Reading, PA

Average UV index in March - West Reading, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
West Reading, PA

Average cloud cover in March - West Reading, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in March
West Reading, PA

Average visibility in March - West Reading, PA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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