March weather forecast
Houghton, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Houghton, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.8°F (-4°C) and 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Temperature

March's arrival is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C) in February to a cold 39.6°F (4.2°C). Houghton records a steady low-temperature average of 24.8°F (-4°C) during March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Houghton, in March, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Houghton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.7 days and collects up to 27.6" (701mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Houghton, New York, are January through May, October through December. In Houghton, in March, snow falls for 15.5 days, with typically accumulated 6.81" (173mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Houghton, there are 96.3 snowfall days, and 46.38" (1178mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 March, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Houghton in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Houghton, is 39.6°F (4.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 24.8°F (-4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in March in Houghton?

In March, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 15.5 days. Throughout March, 6.81" (173mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 long on average sun shines in March?

In Houghton, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Houghton, NY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Houghton, NY

Average pressure in March - Houghton, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"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
Houghton, NY

Average wind speed in March - Houghton, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Houghton, NY

Average humidity in March - Houghton, 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
Houghton, NY

Average rainfall in March - Houghton, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in March
Houghton, NY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Houghton, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Houghton, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Houghton, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Houghton, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Houghton, NY

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

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Houghton, NY

Average UV index in March - Houghton, 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
Houghton, NY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in March
Houghton, NY

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

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

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