March weather forecast
Hancock, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Hancock, is a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 39.6°F (4.2°C) and 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Temperature

Entering March, Hancock notices a subtle temperature elevation, with the average high-temperature advancing from February's subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) to a wintry 39.6°F (4.2°C). In March, Hancock's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 84%.

Rainfall

In Hancock, New York, in March, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 104.8 rainfall days, and 9.13" (232mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Hancock, in March, during 8.4 snowfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Hancock, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.7 days and aggregates up to 7.44" (189mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Hancock, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:26 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 4.5h.

UV index

In Hancock, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

The high-temperature during March is 39.6°F (4.2°C) and the low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Hancock, New York, the average relative humidity in March is 84%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Hancock, in March, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, in Hancock, it is snowing for 8.4 days. Throughout March, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Hancock have in March?

In Hancock, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Hancock, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:26 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 4.5h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Hancock, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Hancock, NY

Average temperature in March - Hancock, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

Average pressure in March
Hancock, NY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Hancock, NY

Average wind speed in March - Hancock, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Hancock, NY

Average humidity in March - Hancock, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (79%).

Average rainfall in March
Hancock, NY

Average rainfall in March - Hancock, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Hancock, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Hancock, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Hancock, NY

Average snowfall in March - Hancock, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Hancock, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Hancock, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Hancock, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Hancock, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Hancock, NY

Average UV index in March - Hancock, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Hancock, NY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in March
Hancock, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (4mi).

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