March weather forecast
East Petersburg, PA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in East Petersburg, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 32.2°F (0.1°C) and 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Temperature

East Petersburg experiences a temperature shift with the start of March, with average high-temperatures moving from a wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C) in February to a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C). In March, in East Petersburg, the average low-temperature is a cold 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In East Petersburg, in March, during 13.3 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in East Petersburg, Pennsylvania, there are 161.8 rainfall days, and 30.31" (770mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in East Petersburg are January through May, October through December. March is the month with the most snowfall in East Petersburg. Snow falls for 4.7 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

Daylight

In East Petersburg, Pennsylvania, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:29 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 East Petersburg, the average sunshine in March is 6.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in March translates into this advice:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in East Petersburg?

The average high-temperature, in March, in East Petersburg, is 47.8°F (8.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 32.2°F (0.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in East Petersburg?

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in East Petersburg in March?

In East Petersburg, Pennsylvania, during March, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in East Petersburg?

March is the month with the most snowfall in East Petersburg. Snow falls for 4.7 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in East Petersburg in March?

In East Petersburg, Pennsylvania, during March, snow falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in East Petersburg?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in East Petersburg?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in East Petersburg?

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

How high is the UV index in March in East Petersburg?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in East Petersburg, Pennsylvania, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
East Petersburg, PA

Average temperature in March - East Petersburg, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
East Petersburg, PA

Average pressure in March - East Petersburg, 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 (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
East Petersburg, PA

Average wind speed in March - East Petersburg, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in March
East Petersburg, PA

Average humidity in March - East Petersburg, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
East Petersburg, PA

Average rainfall in March - East Petersburg, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in March
East Petersburg, PA

Average rainfall days in March - East Petersburg, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
East Petersburg, PA

Average snowfall in March - East Petersburg, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
East Petersburg, PA

Average snowfall days in March - East Petersburg, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
East Petersburg, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - East Petersburg, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
East Petersburg, PA

Average sunshine days in March - East Petersburg, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
East Petersburg, PA

Average UV index in March - East Petersburg, PA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
East Petersburg, PA

Average cloud cover in March - East Petersburg, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
East Petersburg, PA

Average visibility in March - East Petersburg, PA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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