March weather forecast
Elma, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Elma, is a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.6°F (4.8°C) and min 26.6°F (-3°C).

Temperature

Elma, New York, in March experiences an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from February's freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C) to a wintry 40.6°F (4.8°C). During the month of March, the temperature falls to an average of 26.6°F (-3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In Elma, in March, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Elma, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.8 days and collects up to 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 78.6 snowfall days, and 25.24" (641mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Elma, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:40 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 is 4.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 26.6°F (-3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Elma?

In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Elma, in March, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length in Elma, New York, is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:40 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 Elma have in March?

In Elma, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.8h.

How high is the UV index 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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Elma, NY

Average temperature in March - Elma, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Elma, NY

Average pressure in March - Elma, 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
Elma, NY

Average wind speed in March - Elma, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 9mph

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
Elma, NY

Average humidity in March - Elma, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Elma, NY

Average rainfall in March - Elma, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

Average rainfall days in March
Elma, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Elma, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Elma, NY

Average snowfall in March - Elma, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Elma, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Elma, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Elma, 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 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Elma, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Elma, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (13.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Elma, NY

Average UV index in March - Elma, 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
Elma, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Elma, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Elma, NY

Average visibility in March - Elma, 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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