March weather forecast
Jefferson, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Jefferson, is a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and 37.4°F (3°C).

Temperature

March signals a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's subzero cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C) to a wintry 37.4°F (3°C). In March, the recorded average low-temperature is a freezing cold 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Jefferson is 85%.

Rainfall

In Jefferson, in March, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Jefferson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.7 days and collects up to 27.83" (707mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Jefferson, in March, snow falls for 17.8 days, with typically accumulated 7.91" (201mm) of snow. In Jefferson, during the entire year, snow falls for 98 days and aggregates up to 50.39" (1280mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Jefferson is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Jefferson, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:23 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 in Jefferson is 4.6h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Jefferson, New York. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Jefferson?

Jefferson in March has an average high-temperature of 37.4°F (3°C) and an average low-temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Jefferson?

In Jefferson, New York, the average relative humidity in March is 85%.

How many days does it rain in March in Jefferson?

In Jefferson, in March, during 9.6 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Jefferson in March?

In Jefferson, New York, in March, snow falls for 17.8 days, with typically accumulated 7.91" (201mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Jefferson?

In Jefferson, New York, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Jefferson?

On the first day of March in Jefferson, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:23 pm EDT.

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

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 many hours of sunshine does Jefferson have in March?

In Jefferson, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Jefferson?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Jefferson.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Jefferson?

In Jefferson, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Jefferson, NY

Average temperature in March - Jefferson, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 22.6°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 (14.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Jefferson, NY

Average pressure in March - Jefferson, 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
Jefferson, NY

Average wind speed in March - Jefferson, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Jefferson, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, June and July (80%).

Average rainfall in March
Jefferson, NY

Average rainfall in March - Jefferson, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.5").

Average rainfall days in March
Jefferson, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Jefferson, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Jefferson, NY

Average snowfall in March - Jefferson, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Jefferson, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Jefferson, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Jefferson, 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 4min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Jefferson, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Jefferson, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Jefferson, NY

Average UV index in March - Jefferson, NY
  • Average UV index in March: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Jefferson, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Jefferson, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in March
Jefferson, NY

Average visibility in March - Jefferson, NY
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

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

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