March weather forecast
Darien Center, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Darien Center, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.9°F (4.4°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Darien Center's average high-temperature sees a modest rise, moving from February's subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) to an icy 39.9°F (4.4°C). During the March nights, an average temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) is observed in Darien Center.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Darien Center, in March, during 12.7 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Darien Center, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.6 days and collects up to 28.54" (725mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Darien Center, during March, snow falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.59" (142mm) of snow. In Darien Center, during the entire year, snow falls for 90.2 days and aggregates up to 40.51" (1029mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Darien Center, New York, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:39 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 Darien Center, the average sunshine in March is 4.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Darien Center is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

During March, Darien Center experiences an average high-temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and a low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 83%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout March, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Darien Center, in March, during 14.3 snowfall days, 5.59" (142mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Darien Center have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:39 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March 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 temperature in March
Darien Center, NY

Average temperature in March - Darien Center, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Darien Center, NY

Average pressure in March - Darien Center, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Darien Center, NY

Average wind speed in March - Darien Center, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Darien Center, NY

Average humidity in March - Darien Center, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Darien Center, NY

Average rainfall in March - Darien Center, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in March
Darien Center, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Darien Center, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Darien Center, NY

Average snowfall in March - Darien Center, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Darien Center, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Darien Center, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Darien Center, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Darien Center, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Darien Center, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Darien Center, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Darien Center, NY

Average UV index in March - Darien Center, NY
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Darien Center, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Darien Center, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Darien Center, NY

Average visibility in March - Darien Center, NY
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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