March weather forecast
Nanticoke, PA

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Weather in March

Making the transition to Spring, the city of Nanticoke experiences notable changes in the weather come March. With the increase in temperatures, the snowfall lowers to 3.82" (97mm) and the count of snow days is seen to further recede. Longer daylight hours and elevated sunshine duration signal the commencement of milder seasons. Although March welcomes warmer temperatures, April proudly ushers in considerably higher warmth.

Temperature

With the onset of March, Nanticoke's average high-temperature sees a modest rise, moving from February's wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C) to a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C). The average temperature drops to a subzero cold 27°F (-2.8°C) during the night in the month of March.

Humidity

In Nanticoke, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Nanticoke, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Nanticoke, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.5 days and collects up to 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Nanticoke are January through May, October through December. In Nanticoke, in March, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.82" (97mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 41.1 snowfall days, and 21.38" (543mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:28 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 March, the average sunshine is 5.4h.

UV index

In Nanticoke, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Nanticoke, is 43.3°F (6.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Nanticoke, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Nanticoke, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Nanticoke, in March, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Nanticoke, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:28 pm EDT.

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

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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Nanticoke, PA

Average temperature in March - Nanticoke, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Nanticoke, PA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Nanticoke, PA

Average wind speed in March - Nanticoke, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Nanticoke, PA

Average humidity in March - Nanticoke, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Nanticoke, PA

Average rainfall in March - Nanticoke, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.23").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in March
Nanticoke, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Nanticoke, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Nanticoke, PA

Average snowfall in March - Nanticoke, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.82"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Nanticoke, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Nanticoke, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Nanticoke, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Nanticoke, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Nanticoke, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Nanticoke, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Nanticoke, PA

Average UV index in March - Nanticoke, 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).

Average cloud cover in March
Nanticoke, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Nanticoke, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in March
Nanticoke, PA

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

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

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