March weather forecast
Bagdad, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Bagdad, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Temperature

As Bagdad transitions into March, the average high-temperature is observed to slightly rise from a freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) in February to a wintry 39.9°F (4.4°C). During the month of March, Bagdad experiences a steady low-temperature average of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In Bagdad, during March, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 148.9 rainfall days, and 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Bagdad, in March, snow falls for 9.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.85" (47mm) of snow. In Bagdad, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 68.9 days and aggregates up to 16.26" (413mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:05 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:40 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 Bagdad, the average sunshine in March is 4.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 39.9°F (4.4°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Bagdad, in March, during 10.3 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 9.1 days. Throughout March, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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 6:49 am and sunset at 6:05 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:40 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?

In Bagdad, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Bagdad, NY

Average temperature in March - Bagdad, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°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 (17.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Bagdad, NY

Average pressure in March - Bagdad, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Bagdad, NY

Average wind speed in March - Bagdad, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Bagdad, NY

Average humidity in March - Bagdad, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, August and September (80%).

Average rainfall in March
Bagdad, NY

Average rainfall in March - Bagdad, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").

Average rainfall days in March
Bagdad, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Bagdad, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Bagdad, NY

Average snowfall in March - Bagdad, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.85"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Bagdad, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Bagdad, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Bagdad, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Bagdad, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Bagdad, NY

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Bagdad, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Bagdad, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Bagdad, NY

Average visibility in March - Bagdad, 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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