March weather forecast
Cato, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Cato, New York, with an average temperature varying between 39.6°F (4.2°C) and 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March sees a slight increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C) to an icy 39.6°F (4.2°C). During the month of March, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

In Cato, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In Cato, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cato, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.4 days and collects up to 29.61" (752mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Cato, in March, during 12.4 snowfall days, 4.49" (114mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 79.4 snowfall days, and 32.83" (834mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Cato, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:32 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 Cato, the average sunshine in March is 4.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

During March, Cato experiences an average high-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and a low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Cato, in March, snow falls for 12.4 days, with typically accumulated 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:32 pm EDT.

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

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 Cato have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Cato is 4.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Cato, NY

Average temperature in March - Cato, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Cato, NY

Average pressure in March - Cato, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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
Cato, NY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Cato, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Cato, NY

Average rainfall in March - Cato, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

Average rainfall days in March
Cato, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Cato, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Cato, NY

Average snowfall in March - Cato, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.49"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.05").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Cato, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Cato, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Cato, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Cato, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Cato, NY

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

Average cloud cover in March
Cato, NY

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Cato, NY

Average visibility in March - Cato, 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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