March weather forecast
Fort Covington, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Fort Covington, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Temperature

The transition to March introduces an increase in the average high-temperature, shifting from a subzero cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C) in February to a wintry 35.4°F (1.9°C). During March, the nighttime temperature averages of 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 85%.

Rainfall

In Fort Covington, in March, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Fort Covington, there are 163 rainfall days, and 31.38" (797mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Fort Covington, in March, snow falls for 13.8 days, with typically accumulated 5.28" (134mm) of snow. In Fort Covington, during the entire year, snow falls for 79.2 days and aggregates up to 40.79" (1036mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:24 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 4.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 22.3°F (-5.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, in Fort Covington, it is snowing for 13.8 days. Throughout March, 5.28" (134mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:24 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 Fort Covington have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Fort Covington, New York, is 4.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Fort Covington is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Fort Covington, NY

Average temperature in March - Fort Covington, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 35.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 22.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Fort Covington, NY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Fort Covington, NY

Average wind speed in March - Fort Covington, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Fort Covington, NY

Average humidity in March - Fort Covington, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Fort Covington, NY

Average rainfall in March - Fort Covington, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in March
Fort Covington, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Fort Covington, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Fort Covington, NY

Average snowfall in March - Fort Covington, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Fort Covington, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Fort Covington, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Fort Covington, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fort Covington, NY
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • 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 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Fort Covington, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Fort Covington, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Fort Covington, NY

Average UV index in March - Fort Covington, 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
Fort Covington, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Fort Covington, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Fort Covington, NY

Average visibility in March - Fort Covington, 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 and February (4mi).

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