March was much warmer and drier than normal

Climate Central’s monthly report revealed that Marches are getting over 3.1°F warmer on average

If March felt warmer than normal, it was.

The month’s average temperature of 45.1°F was 1.6° above normal. Marches in Philadelphia are getting hotter, leading to a change of 3.1°F since 1970.

However, the month was much drier than normal. The total 1.99 inches of precipitation was 50% of the average.

April is forecasted to continue to be warmer than normal. Specifically, today is anticipated to be unusually warm, reaching a level 2 in the Climate Shift Index, which means that there’s a strong indicator that climate change is having a measurable impact on conditions in Philadelphia.

Julie Hancher

Julie Hancher is the co-founder and Executive Director of Green Philly, an independent media organization making sustainability accessible, affordable and actionable. Since launching Green Philly in 2008, she has grown it from a passion project into a leading voice for local climate storytelling, pairing impactful journalism with community events and experiences. Julie is a frequent speaker on climate, media innovation and the future of local journalism, and is the creator of SustainPHL and EcoFair. Outside of Green Philly, you can find her hiking, biking, traveling, or exploring Philadelphia.