March weather forecast
Niskayuna, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Niskayuna, is a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.8°F (4.9°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

March witnesses an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C) in February to a wintry 40.8°F (4.9°C). In the month of March, the average temperature dips to a subzero cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C) during the night.

Humidity

In Niskayuna, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 13.9 days and typically collects 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Niskayuna, in March, snow falls for 9.6 days, with typically accumulated 4.41" (112mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 52.3 snowfall days, and 29.72" (755mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Niskayuna is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:21 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 5.8h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In Niskayuna, 40.8°F (4.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 25.9°F (-3.4°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Niskayuna, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 13.9 days and typically collects 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, in Niskayuna, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 9.6 days. Throughout March, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Niskayuna have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:21 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 long on average sun shines in March in Niskayuna?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Niskayuna, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Niskayuna, NY

Average temperature in March - Niskayuna, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Niskayuna, NY

Average pressure in March - Niskayuna, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"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
Niskayuna, NY

Average wind speed in March - Niskayuna, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Niskayuna, NY

Average humidity in March - Niskayuna, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Niskayuna, NY

Average rainfall in March - Niskayuna, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (2.17").

Average rainfall days in March
Niskayuna, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Niskayuna, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Niskayuna, NY

Average snowfall in March - Niskayuna, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Niskayuna, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Niskayuna, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Niskayuna, 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 and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Niskayuna, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Niskayuna, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Niskayuna, NY

Average UV index in March - Niskayuna, 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, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Niskayuna, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Niskayuna, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Niskayuna, NY

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

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

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