March weather forecast
Guilderland, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Guilderland, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and 40.8°F (4.9°C).

Temperature

The beginning of March marks a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's cold 32°F (0°C) to a still wintry 40.8°F (4.9°C). During March, the temperature is averaged to a low of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) at night.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Guilderland, in March, during 12.6 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 160.4 rainfall days, and 32.44" (824mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 8.8 days. Throughout March, 5.2" (132mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 51.2 snowfall days, and 32.09" (815mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:21 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 5.7h.

UV index

In Guilderland, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in March translates into this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Guilderland, is 40.8°F (4.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout March, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Guilderland in March?

In Guilderland, during March, snow falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.2" (132mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Guilderland have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:21 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Guilderland, NY

Average temperature in March - Guilderland, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.9°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 (16.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Guilderland, NY

Average pressure in March - Guilderland, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Guilderland, NY

Average wind speed in March - Guilderland, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Guilderland, NY

Average humidity in March - Guilderland, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Guilderland, NY

Average rainfall in March - Guilderland, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in March
Guilderland, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Guilderland, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Guilderland, NY

Average snowfall in March - Guilderland, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Guilderland, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Guilderland, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Guilderland, 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: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Guilderland, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Guilderland, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Guilderland, NY

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Guilderland, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Guilderland, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Guilderland, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, August and September (5mi).

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