March weather forecast
Helena, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Helena, is a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's freezing cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C) to a cold 35.4°F (1.9°C). Throughout the nights in March, Helena experiences an average low-temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 85%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Helena, there are 160.1 rainfall days, and 29.76" (756mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Helena, in March, snow falls for 11.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.76" (121mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 70.6 snowfall days, and 36.02" (915mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:25 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 Helena, the average sunshine in March is 4.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 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. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C) and a low-temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Helena, in March, snow falls for 11.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Helena have in March?

In March, the average day length in Helena is 11h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Helena?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:25 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Helena, 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 Helena, New York, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Helena, NY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Helena, NY

Average pressure in March - Helena, 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
Helena, NY

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

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

Average humidity in March
Helena, NY

Average humidity in March - Helena, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

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

Average rainfall in March
Helena, NY

Average rainfall in March - Helena, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in March
Helena, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Helena, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Helena, NY

Average snowfall in March - Helena, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Helena, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Helena, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (17.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • 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 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Helena, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Helena, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Helena, NY

Average UV index in March - Helena, 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
Helena, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Helena, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Helena, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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