March weather forecast
Columbus, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Columbus, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.1°F (3.4°C) and 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Temperature

As Columbus transitions into March, the average high-temperature is observed to slightly rise from a subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C) in February to a cold 38.1°F (3.4°C). Columbus's average low-temperature during March nights is observed to be a subzero cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 85%.

Rainfall

In Columbus, New York, in March, during 12.4 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Columbus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.6 days and collects up to 34.09" (866mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Columbus, during March, snow falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.4" (188mm) of snow. In Columbus, during the entire year, snow falls for 90.9 days and aggregates up to 44.8" (1138mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Columbus, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 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 Columbus, the average sunshine in March is 4.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C) and a low-temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 85%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Columbus, New York, during March, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Columbus, in March, during 15.6 snowfall days, 7.4" (188mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Columbus have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 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 Columbus have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 4.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Columbus, NY

Average temperature in March - Columbus, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.1°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 (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Columbus, NY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Columbus, NY

Average wind speed in March - Columbus, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in March
Columbus, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).

Average rainfall in March
Columbus, NY

Average rainfall in March - Columbus, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.28").

Average rainfall days in March
Columbus, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Columbus, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Columbus, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Columbus, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Columbus, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Columbus, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Columbus, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 7.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Columbus, NY

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

Average cloud cover in March
Columbus, NY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in March
Columbus, NY

Average visibility in March - Columbus, 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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