March weather forecast
Highland, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Highland, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

As February transitions into March, Highland notices a gentle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a wintry 35.4°F (1.9°C) to a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C). The average low-temperature during March nights is a freezing cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Humidity

In Highland, New York, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout March, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Highland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.6 days and collects up to 14.06" (357mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Highland, during March, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 29.6 snowfall days, and 8.58" (218mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:20 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 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Highland, is 43.9°F (6.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Highland, in March, during 11.1 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout March, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Highland have 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 6:29 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:20 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 Highland, New York, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Highland, NY

Average temperature in March - Highland, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Highland, NY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Highland, NY

Average wind speed in March - Highland, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Highland, NY

Average humidity in March - Highland, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Highland, NY

Average rainfall in March - Highland, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.79").

Average rainfall days in March
Highland, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Highland, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Highland, NY

Average snowfall in March - Highland, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Highland, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Highland, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Highland, 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: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Highland, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Highland, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Highland, NY

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Highland, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Highland, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Highland, NY

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

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

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