March weather forecast
Meridale, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Meridale, is a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and max 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

Meridale perceives a slight temperature ascent during March, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a freezing cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C) in February to a wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C). Throughout the March nights, Meridale encounters a low-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Meridale is 85%.

Rainfall

In March, in Meridale, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout March, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Meridale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.5 days and collects up to 23.35" (593mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 14.3 days. Throughout March, 5.24" (133mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 85.5 snowfall days, and 31.42" (798mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Meridale is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:25 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 is 4.7h.

UV index

February, March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Meridale?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Meridale, New York, are 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 22.8°F (-5.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Meridale?

In March, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How much does it rain in Meridale in March?

In Meridale, in March, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Meridale?

In Meridale, in March, during 14.3 snowfall days, 5.24" (133mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Meridale have in March?

The average day length in March in Meridale is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Meridale?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Meridale, New York, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:25 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Meridale, 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 Meridale have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Meridale?

The months with the lowest UV index in Meridale, New York, are February, March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in March in Meridale?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Meridale is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Meridale, NY

Average temperature in March - Meridale, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Meridale, NY

Average pressure in March - Meridale, 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
Meridale, NY

Average wind speed in March - Meridale, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Meridale, NY

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

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
Meridale, NY

Average rainfall in March - Meridale, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.42").

Average rainfall days in March
Meridale, NY

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

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Meridale, NY

Average snowfall in March - Meridale, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Meridale, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Meridale, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Meridale, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Meridale, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Meridale, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Meridale, NY

Average UV index in March - Meridale, 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 February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Meridale, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Meridale, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in March
Meridale, NY

Average visibility in March - Meridale, 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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