March weather forecast
Northfield, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Northfield, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average low of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is characterized by a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's subzero cold 30.2°F (-1°C) to a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C). Northfield records an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C) in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Northfield is 85%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout March, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Northfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.3 days and collects up to 33.54" (852mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Northfield, New York, are January through May, October through December. In Northfield, New York, in March, during 15.1 snowfall days, 7.64" (194mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 89.3 snowfall days, and 43.94" (1116mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Northfield, New York, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Northfield, sunrise is at 6:43 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

In Northfield, the average sunshine in March is 4.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Northfield in March?

In March, in Northfield, the average high-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Northfield?

In March, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How many days does it rain in March in Northfield?

In Northfield, New York, in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Northfield in March?

In Northfield, New York, in March, snow falls for 15.1 days, with typically accumulated 7.64" (194mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Northfield?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Northfield?

On the first day of March in Northfield, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:25 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Northfield?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.2°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 (14.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Northfield, NY

Average pressure in March - Northfield, 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
Northfield, NY

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Northfield, NY

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

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

Average rainfall in March
Northfield, NY

Average rainfall in March - Northfield, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in March
Northfield, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Northfield, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Northfield, NY

Average snowfall in March - Northfield, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Northfield, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Northfield, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Northfield, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 4min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Northfield, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Northfield, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Northfield, NY

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

Average cloud cover in March
Northfield, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Northfield, 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
Northfield, NY

Average visibility in March - Northfield, NY
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

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

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