March weather forecast
Berkshire, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Berkshire, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

March sees a rise in the average high-temperature, climbing from a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C) in February to a wintry 39.7°F (4.3°C). An average nighttime temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) is witnessed in Berkshire, New York throughout March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Berkshire, in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 173.5 rainfall days, and 35.67" (906mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Berkshire, during March, snow falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.31" (211mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Berkshire, there are 94.8 snowfall days, and 48.82" (1240mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Berkshire is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Berkshire, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 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

In Berkshire, the average sunshine in March is 4.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Berkshire during March?

During March, Berkshire experiences an average high-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and a low-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Berkshire?

In March, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in March in Berkshire?

In Berkshire, during March, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Berkshire in March?

In Berkshire, New York, during March, snow falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.31" (211mm) of snow.

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

In Berkshire, New York, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Berkshire?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Berkshire, New York, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.

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

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 many hours of sunshine does Berkshire have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Berkshire is 4.7h.

How high is the UV index in March in Berkshire?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Berkshire, NY

Average temperature in March - Berkshire, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Berkshire, NY

Average pressure in March - Berkshire, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Berkshire, NY

Average wind speed in March - Berkshire, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Berkshire, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, June and July (80%).

Average rainfall in March
Berkshire, NY

Average rainfall in March - Berkshire, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.58").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (2.4").

Average rainfall days in March
Berkshire, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Berkshire, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Berkshire, NY

Average snowfall in March - Berkshire, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 8.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Berkshire, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Berkshire, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Berkshire, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Berkshire, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Berkshire, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 7.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Berkshire, NY

Average UV index in March - Berkshire, 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
Berkshire, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Berkshire, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in March
Berkshire, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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