March weather - Spring 2024 - Philadelphia, PA

Weather in March
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Average pressure in March
Average wind speed in March
Average humidity in March
Average rainfall in March
Average rainfall days in March
Average snowfall in March
Average snowfall days in March
Average sea temperature in March
Average daylight in March
Average sunshine in March
Average sunshine days in March
Average UV index in March
Average cloud cover in March
Average visibility in March

The George Washington statue in front of the Independence Hall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Weather in March

With the advent of spring in March, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania begins to notice a release from winter's grasp. The temperature fluctuates between 49.8°F (9.9°C) and 35.1°F (1.7°C), warmer than the bleaker February. Snowfall seems a rare occurrence, decreasing to 0.55" (14mm) as compared to the preceding month. The longer daylight hours make for promising days filled with activities and sunshine. Amidst the changing weather conditions, the gusty winds of March are a constant.

Temperature

March brings a slight elevation in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's cold 41.5°F (5.3°C) to a chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C). In March, the average low-temperature is an icy 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In Philadelphia, during March, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Philadelphia, there are 127.8 rainfall days, and 13.82" (351mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in March, snow falls for 2.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.55" (14mm) of snow. In Philadelphia, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.4 days and aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Philadelphia, the average seawater temperature in March is 41.2°F (5.1°C).
Note: Being in 41.2°F (5.1°C) waters at 55.4°F (13°C) is discomforting, but anything below 50°F (10°C) can jeopardize breathing and induce cold shock, factoring in physical endurance.

Daylight

In Philadelphia, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:24 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 Philadelphia, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

In Philadelphia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during March morphs into the following directions:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Updated: Jun 4, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Philadelphia, is 49.8°F (9.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 35.1°F (1.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Philadelphia, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Philadelphia, in March, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Philadelphia, in March, snow falls for 2.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in March?

In Philadelphia, the average seawater temperature in March is 41.2°F (5.1°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Philadelphia, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:24 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 many hours of sunshine does Philadelphia have in March?

In Philadelphia, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Philadelphia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

41.5°F 5.3°C

49.8°F 9.9°C

61.7°F 16.5°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

8.9mph 14.3km/h

9.1mph 14.6km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

3.3

2.2

0.1

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

17.3

15.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

47%

43%

Average visibility

6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in March
Philadelphia, PA

Average high temperature in March: 49.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

Average low temperature in March: 35.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Philadelphia, 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
Philadelphia, PA

Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Philadelphia, PA

Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Philadelphia, PA

Average rainfall in March: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.83").

Average rainfall days in March
Philadelphia, PA

Average rainfall days in March: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Philadelphia, PA

Average snowfall in March: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Philadelphia, PA

Average snowfall days in March: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Philadelphia, PA

Average sea temperature in March: 41.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (75.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.9°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Philadelphia, 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 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Philadelphia, PA

Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Philadelphia, PA

Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Philadelphia, PA

Average cloud cover in March: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Philadelphia, PA

Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

March weather forecast
Philadelphia, PA

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