March weather forecast
Leon, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Leon, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and max 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

Leon's transition into March sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, edging from a freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) in February to a wintry 39.7°F (4.3°C). In March, the average low-temperature is a freezing cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout March, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 170.3 rainfall days, and 32.36" (822mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 8.9 days. Throughout March, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is accumulated. In Leon, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.1 days and aggregates up to 27.6" (701mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:41 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 Leon, New York, the average sunshine in March is 5.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. 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. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 39.7°F (4.3°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 84%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout March, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Leon, in March, during 8.9 snowfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Leon have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:41 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 many hours of sunshine does Leon have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Leon?

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

Average temperature in March
Leon, NY

Average temperature in March - Leon, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in March
Leon, NY

Average pressure in March - Leon, 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
Leon, NY

Average wind speed in March - Leon, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Leon, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (80%).

Average rainfall in March
Leon, NY

Average rainfall in March - Leon, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

Average rainfall days in March
Leon, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Leon, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Leon, NY

Average snowfall in March - Leon, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Leon, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Leon, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Leon, 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: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Leon, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Leon, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Leon, NY

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

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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Leon, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Leon, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Leon, NY

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

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

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