March weather forecast
Canaan, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Canaan, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.7°F (4.3°C) and 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of March introduces a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, nudging from a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) in February to a cold 39.7°F (4.3°C). Canaan observes an average nighttime temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Canaan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.8 days and collects up to 35.43" (900mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Canaan, in March, during 13 snowfall days, 7.4" (188mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Canaan, during the entire year, snow falls for 69.2 days and aggregates up to 40.98" (1041mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:19 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 March, the average sunshine is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

The high-temperature, in March, in Canaan, records 39.7°F (4.3°C), while the low-temperature is 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 13 days. Throughout March, 7.4" (188mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Canaan have in March?

In Canaan, New York, 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 6:27 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:19 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 many hours of sunshine does Canaan have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Canaan 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
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Canaan, NY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Canaan, NY

Average pressure in March - Canaan, 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
Canaan, NY

Average wind speed in March - Canaan, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Canaan, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Canaan, NY

Average rainfall in March - Canaan, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.4").

Average rainfall days in March
Canaan, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Canaan, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Canaan, NY

Average snowfall in March - Canaan, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Canaan, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Canaan, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Canaan, 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: 5h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Canaan, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Canaan, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Canaan, NY

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Canaan, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Canaan, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in March
Canaan, NY

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

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

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