March weather forecast
Alplaus, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Alplaus, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.5°F (4.7°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of March, the average high-temperature transitions from a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) in February to a cold 40.5°F (4.7°C). Alplaus, during March, witnesses an average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 9.8 days and typically collects 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout March, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Alplaus, there are 35.6 snowfall days, and 19.49" (495mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:21 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 Alplaus, the average sunshine in March is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Alplaus are 40.5°F (4.7°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 9.8 days and typically collects 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout March, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Alplaus have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:21 pm EDT.

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

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

In Alplaus, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Alplaus, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Alplaus, NY

Average temperature in March - Alplaus, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Alplaus, NY

Average pressure in March - Alplaus, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Alplaus, NY

Average wind speed in March - Alplaus, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Alplaus, NY

Average humidity in March - Alplaus, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Alplaus, NY

Average rainfall in March - Alplaus, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (1.42").

Average rainfall days in March
Alplaus, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Alplaus, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Alplaus, NY

Average snowfall in March - Alplaus, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Alplaus, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Alplaus, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Alplaus, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Alplaus, NY
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Alplaus, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Alplaus, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Alplaus, NY

Average UV index in March - Alplaus, NY
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Alplaus, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Alplaus, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Alplaus, NY

Average visibility in March - Alplaus, NY
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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