March weather forecast
Niagara Falls, NY

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Weather in March

March witnesses a tantalizing transition from the lasting cold of winter to the warmth of spring. Compared to the below freezing temperatures of February, a relative thaw can be sensed. Temperatures tend to spike up, hitting the highs of 42.5°F (5.8°C) and not dropping below 23.9°F (-4.5°C). This sets the stage for more outdoor activities. Blossoms begin to emerge towards the end of the month, hinting at the coming of April showers.

Temperature

Niagara Falls's weather shows a minor temperature rise with the arrival of March, moving from an icy 34.2°F (1.2°C) in February to a still wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a freezing cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C) in March.

Rainfall

In Niagara Falls, in March, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.7 rainfall days, and 34.96" (888mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Niagara Falls, in March, during 7.7 snowfall days, 12.91" (328mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Niagara Falls, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.8 days and aggregates up to 76.1" (1933mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Niagara Falls, New York, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:05 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:41 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 Niagara Falls, the average sunshine in March is 5h.

UV index

In Niagara Falls, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In March, in Niagara Falls, the average high-temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

How many days does it rain in March?

In Niagara Falls, in March, during 13.7 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Niagara Falls, during March, snow falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 12.91" (328mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:05 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:41 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 Niagara Falls have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Niagara Falls, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in March
Niagara Falls, NY

Average temperature in March - Niagara Falls, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.9°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 (15.4°F).

Average rainfall in March
Niagara Falls, NY

Average rainfall in March - Niagara Falls, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.4"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are September and November (3.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.2").

Average rainfall days in March
Niagara Falls, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Niagara Falls, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Niagara Falls, NY

Average snowfall in March - Niagara Falls, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 12.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (23.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Niagara Falls, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Niagara Falls, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Niagara Falls, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Niagara Falls, 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

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h).

Average UV index in March
Niagara Falls, NY

Average UV index in March - Niagara Falls, NY
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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