March weather forecast
Otisco Valley, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Otisco Valley, is a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.8°F (-4°C) and 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

March's arrival sees a rise in the average high-temperature, jumping from February's subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C) to a wintry 39°F (3.9°C). The nighttime temperature dips to a freezing cold 24.8°F (-4°C) on average during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 84%.

Rainfall

In Otisco Valley, in March, during 10.8 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Otisco Valley, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150 days and collects up to 24.13" (613mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 11.9 days. Throughout March, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is accumulated. In Otisco Valley, during the entire year, snow falls for 78.2 days and aggregates up to 29.37" (746mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:30 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 is 4.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 39°F (3.9°C) and 24.8°F (-4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Otisco Valley, the average relative humidity in March is 84%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Otisco Valley, during March, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Otisco Valley in March?

In Otisco Valley, during March, snow falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Otisco Valley have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:30 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 Otisco Valley, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Otisco Valley, NY

Average temperature in March - Otisco Valley, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Otisco Valley, NY

Average pressure in March - Otisco Valley, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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
Otisco Valley, NY

Average wind speed in March - Otisco Valley, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in March
Otisco Valley, NY

Average humidity in March - Otisco Valley, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (80%).

Average rainfall in March
Otisco Valley, NY

Average rainfall in March - Otisco Valley, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.57").

Average rainfall days in March
Otisco Valley, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Otisco Valley, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Otisco Valley, NY

Average snowfall in March - Otisco Valley, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Otisco Valley, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Otisco Valley, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Otisco Valley, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Otisco Valley, 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
Otisco Valley, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Otisco Valley, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Otisco Valley, NY

Average UV index in March - Otisco Valley, 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
Otisco Valley, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Otisco Valley, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 64

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

Average visibility in March
Otisco Valley, NY

Average visibility in March - Otisco Valley, NY
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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