March weather forecast
Orangeburg, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Orangeburg, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Temperature

In Orangeburg, the onset of March comes with a modest high-temperature shift, transitioning from February's icy 38.1°F (3.4°C) to a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C). The low-temperature averages to a subzero cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Orangeburg, New York, during March, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Orangeburg, there are 151.8 rainfall days, and 30.79" (782mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 3.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:20 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 March, the average sunshine in Orangeburg is 6.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

In March, in Orangeburg, the average high-temperature is 46.2°F (7.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Orangeburg, in March, during 11 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 3.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, in Orangeburg, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout March, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:20 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Orangeburg, 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Orangeburg are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Orangeburg, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Orangeburg, NY

Average temperature in March - Orangeburg, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Orangeburg, NY

Average pressure in March - Orangeburg, 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
Orangeburg, NY

Average wind speed in March - Orangeburg, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Orangeburg, NY

Average humidity in March - Orangeburg, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Orangeburg, NY

Average rainfall in March - Orangeburg, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

Average rainfall days in March
Orangeburg, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Orangeburg, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Orangeburg, NY

Average snowfall in March - Orangeburg, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Orangeburg, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Orangeburg, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.8 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
Orangeburg, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Orangeburg, NY
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Orangeburg, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Orangeburg, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Orangeburg, NY

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Orangeburg, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Orangeburg, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Orangeburg, NY

Average visibility in March - Orangeburg, NY
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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