March weather forecast
Canton, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Canton, is an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.3°F (2.4°C) and min 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Temperature

The shift into March brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C) in February to a wintry 36.3°F (2.4°C). March witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a freezing cold 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Humidity

In Canton, the average relative humidity in March is 84%.

Rainfall

In Canton, New York, in March, it is raining for 6.6 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 85.8 rainfall days, and 6.46" (164mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Canton, New York, are January through May, November and December. In Canton, New York, in March, during 6.7 snowfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Canton, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.4 days and aggregates up to 5.24" (133mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Canton, New York, is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Canton, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:27 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 4.4h.

UV index

In Canton, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Canton?

In Canton, in March, the average high-temperature is 36.3°F (2.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Canton?

In March, the average relative humidity in Canton is 84%.

How much does it rain in Canton in March?

In Canton, New York, in March, during 6.6 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Canton in March?

In March, in Canton, New York, it is snowing for 6.7 days. Throughout March, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Canton?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Canton, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:27 pm EDT.

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

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 Canton have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Canton is 4.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Canton?

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

Average temperature in March - Canton, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Canton, NY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Canton, NY

Average wind speed in March - Canton, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Canton, NY

Average humidity in March - Canton, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Canton, NY

Average rainfall in March - Canton, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.28").

Average rainfall days in March
Canton, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Canton, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Canton, NY

Average snowfall in March - Canton, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Canton, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Canton, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Canton, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Canton, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Canton, NY

Average UV index in March - Canton, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Canton, NY

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Canton, NY

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

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

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