Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
Dover Plains's transition into March is marked by a minor temperature shift, moving from an icy 35.1°F (1.7°C) in February to a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C). Throughout the month of March, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
In Dover Plains, New York, in March, during 12.3 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 160.1 rainfall days, and 32.99" (838mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Dover Plains, New York, in March, during 7.8 snowfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Dover Plains, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.2 days and aggregates up to 20.28" (515mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:19 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 5.8h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: During March, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Average temperature in March
Dover Plains, NY
- Average high temperature in March: 43.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 27.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Dover Plains, NY
- Average pressure in March: 30.05"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
Dover Plains, NY
- Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in March
Dover Plains, NY
- Average humidity in March: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).
Average rainfall in March
Dover Plains, NY
- Average rainfall in March: 2.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").
Average rainfall days in March
Dover Plains, NY
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).
Average snowfall in March
Dover Plains, NY
- Average snowfall in March: 3.74"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Dover Plains, NY
- Average snowfall days in March: 7.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Dover Plains, NY
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in March
Dover Plains, NY
- Average sunshine days in March: 13 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Dover Plains, NY
- Average UV index in March: 2
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Dover Plains, NY
- Average cloud cover in March: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in March
Dover Plains, NY
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
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