March weather forecast
Lockport, NY

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Weather in March

The arrival of March in Lockport witnesses a discernible shift in weather patterns. The temperatures start to climb up and snowfall averages decrease to 3.03" (77mm), a significant drop from the previous month. However, the month is markedly more wet than February, with increased rainfall and number of wet days. The city experiences a greater degree of visibility during this month as compared to the preceding months. The temperature further rises and the conditions become more pleasant in the succeeding month of April.

Temperature

March's onset brings a subtle temperature rise, moving from a freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) in February to a wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C). In Lockport, an average low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) is recorded during March nights.

Humidity

In Lockport, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Lockport, in March, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 174.3 rainfall days, and 28.03" (712mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 11.6 days. Throughout March, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 73.2 snowfall days, and 25.04" (636mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lockport, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:40 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 Lockport, the average sunshine in March is 5.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in March translates into these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

In Lockport, 38.8°F (3.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 28.8°F (-1.8°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Lockport?

In Lockport, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Lockport, in March, during 13 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Lockport, in March, during 11.6 snowfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:40 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 Lockport have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Lockport, NY

Average temperature in March - Lockport, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.8°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 (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Lockport, NY

Average pressure in March - Lockport, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Lockport, NY

Average wind speed in March - Lockport, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Lockport, NY

Average humidity in March - Lockport, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Lockport, NY

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in March
Lockport, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Lockport, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lockport, NY

Average snowfall in March - Lockport, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lockport, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Lockport, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lockport, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Lockport, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6 days).

Average UV index in March
Lockport, NY

Average UV index in March - Lockport, 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
Lockport, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Lockport, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Lockport, NY

Average visibility in March - Lockport, NY
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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