March weather forecast
McDonough, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in McDonough, New York, with an average temperature varying between 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

The start of March brings a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, edging up from February's freezing cold 30°F (-1.1°C) to a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C). McDonough experiences a mean temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In McDonough, in March, during 13.3 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in McDonough, there are 157.9 rainfall days, and 25.12" (638mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in McDonough. In McDonough, New York, during March, snow falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in McDonough, there are 80.5 snowfall days, and 29.37" (746mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in McDonough is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST. On the last day of March, in McDonough, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:28 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 in McDonough is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during March morphs into the following directions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in McDonough in March?

In March, in McDonough, the average high-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in McDonough?

The average relative humidity in March in McDonough is 84%.

How many days does it rain in March in McDonough?

In McDonough, in March, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in McDonough?

In McDonough, New York, in March, during 13.5 snowfall days, 4.53" (115mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does McDonough have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in McDonough?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:28 pm EDT.

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

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 McDonough have in March?

In McDonough, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in McDonough?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in McDonough?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in McDonough, New York, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
McDonough, NY

Average temperature in March - McDonough, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.9°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 (15.3°F).

Average pressure in March
McDonough, NY

Average pressure in March - McDonough, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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
McDonough, NY

Average wind speed in March - McDonough, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in March
McDonough, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, June and July (80%).

Average rainfall in March
McDonough, NY

Average rainfall in March - McDonough, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.65").

Average rainfall days in March
McDonough, NY

Average rainfall days in March - McDonough, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
McDonough, NY

Average snowfall in March - McDonough, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.53"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
McDonough, NY

Average snowfall days in March - McDonough, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - McDonough, 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 2min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
McDonough, NY

Average sunshine days in March - McDonough, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).

Average UV index in March
McDonough, NY

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

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, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
McDonough, NY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 76).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in March
McDonough, NY

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

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

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