March weather forecast
Beacon, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Beacon, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

A subtle rise in the average high-temperature is observed during March, adjusting from a wintry 36.9°F (2.7°C) in February to a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C). During March, Beacon experiences an average low-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) at night.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Beacon, New York, during March, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. In Beacon, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.9 days and collects up to 29.88" (759mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Beacon, during March, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow. In Beacon, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.9 days and aggregates up to 17.95" (456mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Beacon is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:20 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 6h.

UV index

In Beacon, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Beacon?

Beacon in March has an average high-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Beacon?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Beacon?

In Beacon, in March, during 12.1 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Beacon?

In March, in Beacon, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout March, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Beacon?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Beacon?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Beacon, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:20 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Beacon, New York, is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Beacon?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Beacon, NY

Average temperature in March - Beacon, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Beacon, NY

Average pressure in March - Beacon, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"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
Beacon, NY

Average wind speed in March - Beacon, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Beacon, NY

Average humidity in March - Beacon, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Beacon, NY

Average rainfall in March - Beacon, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and December (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in March
Beacon, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Beacon, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Beacon, NY

Average snowfall in March - Beacon, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Beacon, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Beacon, 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
Beacon, NY

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

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Beacon, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Beacon, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Beacon, NY

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Beacon, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Beacon, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in March
Beacon, NY

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

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

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