March weather forecast
Colton, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Colton, is an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and max 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Temperature

Colton's March weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from February's freezing cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C) to an icy 35.4°F (1.9°C). An average low-temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) is recorded during the nights in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 85%.

Rainfall

March and September are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 9.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Colton, in March, during 12.7 snowfall days, 6.06" (154mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 74.7 snowfall days, and 37.99" (965mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:26 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 in Colton, New York, is 4.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Colton, is 35.4°F (1.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 85%.

What is the driest month?

March and September are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 9.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in March?

In Colton, during March, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Colton in March?

In Colton, in March, during 12.7 snowfall days, 6.06" (154mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:26 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 Colton have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Colton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Colton, NY

Average temperature in March - Colton, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 35.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Colton, NY

Average pressure in March - Colton, 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
Colton, NY

Average wind speed in March - Colton, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Colton, NY

Average humidity in March - Colton, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

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
Colton, NY

Average rainfall in March - Colton, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.03").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in March
Colton, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Colton, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Colton, NY

Average snowfall in March - Colton, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Colton, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Colton, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (17.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Colton, 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 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Colton, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Colton, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Colton, NY

Average UV index in March - Colton, 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
Colton, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Colton, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 66

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 35).

Average visibility in March
Colton, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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