March weather forecast
Otsdawa, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Otsdawa, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.1°F (3.4°C) and 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Temperature

Entering March, Otsdawa notices a subtle temperature elevation, with the average high-temperature advancing from February's subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C) to a wintry 38.1°F (3.4°C). Throughout the month of March, Otsdawa sees a steady low-temperature average of 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Otsdawa, in March, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Otsdawa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.1 days and collects up to 31.18" (792mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Otsdawa, during March, snow falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.5" (216mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 92.9 snowfall days, and 48.23" (1225mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST. On the last day of the month, 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 Otsdawa, the average sunshine in March is 4.5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during March translates into the following directions:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Otsdawa, is 38.1°F (3.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 85%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Otsdawa, in March, during 11.7 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 15.8 days. Throughout March, 8.5" (216mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:50 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?

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 Otsdawa have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Otsdawa, NY

Average temperature in March - Otsdawa, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.1°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°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Otsdawa, NY

Average pressure in March - Otsdawa, 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
Otsdawa, NY

Average wind speed in March - Otsdawa, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Otsdawa, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).

Average rainfall in March
Otsdawa, NY

Average rainfall in March - Otsdawa, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in March
Otsdawa, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Otsdawa, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Otsdawa, NY

Average snowfall in March - Otsdawa, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 8.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Otsdawa, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Otsdawa, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Otsdawa, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 3min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Otsdawa, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Otsdawa, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Otsdawa, NY

Average UV index in March - Otsdawa, NY
  • Average UV index in March: 1

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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Otsdawa, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Otsdawa, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in March
Otsdawa, NY

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

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

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