March weather forecast
Fayetteville, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Fayetteville, is a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 38.8°F (3.8°C) and min 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Fayetteville's average high-temperature experiences a slight rise, moving from February's freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) to an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C). During March in Fayetteville, the average low-temperature is recorded at a subzero cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout March, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fayetteville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.8 days and collects up to 25" (635mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Fayetteville, in March, during 9.8 snowfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 66.5 snowfall days, and 22.87" (581mm) 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 6:38 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:29 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 4.5h.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during March translates into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

The high-temperature during March is 38.8°F (3.8°C) and the low-temperature is 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Fayetteville?

The average relative humidity in March is 83%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout March, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Fayetteville, in March, during 9.8 snowfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Fayetteville have 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 6:38 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:29 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 Fayetteville have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Fayetteville, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Fayetteville, NY

Average temperature in March - Fayetteville, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Fayetteville, NY

Average pressure in March - Fayetteville, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Fayetteville, NY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Fayetteville, NY

Average humidity in March - Fayetteville, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Fayetteville, NY

Average rainfall in March - Fayetteville, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.42").

Average rainfall days in March
Fayetteville, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Fayetteville, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Fayetteville, NY

Average snowfall in March - Fayetteville, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Fayetteville, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Fayetteville, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fayetteville, 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 3min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Fayetteville, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Fayetteville, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Fayetteville, NY

Average UV index in March - Fayetteville, NY
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Fayetteville, NY

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Fayetteville, NY

Average visibility in March - Fayetteville, 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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