March weather forecast
Merrifield, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Merrifield, is an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Temperature

March's arrival sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) to an icy 39.9°F (4.4°C). Merrifield's temperature drops to an average low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

In Merrifield, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In Merrifield, during March, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. In Merrifield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.7 days and collects up to 11.06" (281mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 10.3 days. Throughout March, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated. In Merrifield, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.9 days and aggregates up to 12.95" (329mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Merrifield, the average sunshine in March is 4.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During March, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Merrifield, is 39.9°F (4.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 83%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Merrifield, in March, during 9.6 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Merrifield, in March, snow falls for 10.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Merrifield have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Merrifield?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Merrifield have in March?

In Merrifield, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.7h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Merrifield, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Merrifield, NY

Average temperature in March - Merrifield, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Merrifield, NY

Average pressure in March - Merrifield, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Merrifield, NY

Average wind speed in March - Merrifield, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

Average humidity in March
Merrifield, NY

Average humidity in March - Merrifield, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).

Average rainfall in March
Merrifield, NY

Average rainfall in March - Merrifield, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.75"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (1.22").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (0.67").

Average rainfall days in March
Merrifield, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Merrifield, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Merrifield, NY

Average snowfall in March - Merrifield, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Merrifield, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Merrifield, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Merrifield, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Merrifield, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Merrifield, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Merrifield, NY

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

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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Merrifield, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Merrifield, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Merrifield, NY

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

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

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