March weather forecast
Manchester, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Manchester, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and an average high of 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 32.2°F (0.1°C) in February to a still cold 41.2°F (5.1°C). Throughout the month of March, Manchester witnesses an average temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout March, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Manchester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.3 days and collects up to 11.54" (293mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Manchester are January through May, October through December. In Manchester, New York, during March, snow falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow. In Manchester, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.5 days and aggregates up to 10.04" (255mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Manchester, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:34 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 4.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Manchester, is 41.2°F (5.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Manchester, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Manchester, in March, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Manchester, New York, in March, snow falls for 10.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Manchester have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Manchester?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:34 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 Manchester have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

How high is the UV index 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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Manchester, NY

Average temperature in March - Manchester, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Manchester, NY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Manchester, NY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Manchester, NY

Average humidity in March - Manchester, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Manchester, NY

Average rainfall in March - Manchester, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in March
Manchester, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Manchester, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Manchester, NY

Average snowfall in March - Manchester, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Manchester, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Manchester, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Manchester, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Manchester, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Manchester, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12 days).

Average UV index in March
Manchester, NY

Average UV index in March - Manchester, 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
Manchester, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Manchester, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Manchester, NY

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

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

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