March weather forecast
Gainesville, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Gainesville, New York, with an average temperature varying between 39.7°F (4.3°C) and 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C) to an icy 39.7°F (4.3°C). Throughout March, the temperature falls to an average low of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Gainesville, during March, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. In Gainesville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172 days and collects up to 30.16" (766mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Gainesville, during March, snow falls for 14.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.81" (173mm) of snow. In Gainesville, during the entire year, snow falls for 95 days and aggregates up to 45.79" (1163mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:37 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 Gainesville, the average sunshine in March is 4.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March leads to these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

During March, Gainesville experiences an average high-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and a low-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Gainesville, in March, during 12.4 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Gainesville, in March, snow falls for 14.6 days, with typically accumulated 6.81" (173mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day 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 6:46 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:37 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 Gainesville have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 4.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Gainesville, NY

Average temperature in March - Gainesville, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.7°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 (28.2°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 (17.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Gainesville, NY

Average pressure in March - Gainesville, 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
Gainesville, NY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Gainesville, NY

Average humidity in March - Gainesville, 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 (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Gainesville, NY

Average rainfall in March - Gainesville, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in March
Gainesville, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Gainesville, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Gainesville, NY

Average snowfall in March - Gainesville, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Gainesville, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Gainesville, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Gainesville, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Gainesville, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Gainesville, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Gainesville, NY

Average UV index in March - Gainesville, 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
Gainesville, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Gainesville, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Gainesville, NY

Average visibility in March - Gainesville, NY
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are June and August (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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