March weather forecast
Altmar, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Altmar, is a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C) in February to a wintry 37°F (2.8°C). During the month of March, Altmar experiences a steady low-temperature average of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Altmar is 82%.

Rainfall

In March, in Altmar, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout March, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 171 rainfall days, and 39.21" (996mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 12.3 days. Throughout March, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 76.2 snowfall days, and 36.61" (930mm) 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 6:38 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 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

The average sunshine in March is 4.9h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Altmar?

In Altmar, in March, the average high-temperature is 37°F (2.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Altmar, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout March, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 12.3 days. Throughout March, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Altmar have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:29 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 4.9h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Altmar, NY

Average temperature in March - Altmar, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in March
Altmar, NY

Average pressure in March - Altmar, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Altmar, NY

Average wind speed in March - Altmar, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Altmar, NY

Average humidity in March - Altmar, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Altmar, NY

Average rainfall in March - Altmar, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.36").

Average rainfall days in March
Altmar, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Altmar, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Altmar, NY

Average snowfall in March - Altmar, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.25"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Altmar, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Altmar, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Altmar, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Altmar, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Altmar, NY

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Altmar, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Altmar, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Altmar, NY

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

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

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