March weather forecast
Penfield, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Penfield, is a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Temperature

Penfield observes a slight uplift in the average high-temperature with the onset of March, adjusting from February's subzero cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C) to a cold 40.5°F (4.7°C). An average temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) is recorded in Penfield during the nights in March.

Humidity

In Penfield, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout March, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Penfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.3 days and collects up to 23.7" (602mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Penfield, in March, snow falls for 10.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.32" (59mm) of snow. In Penfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 70.8 days and aggregates up to 20.16" (512mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Penfield, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Penfield, New York, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:35 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 Penfield, New York, the average sunshine in March is 5.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March leads to these instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Penfield?

The high-temperature during March is 40.5°F (4.7°C) and the low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Penfield?

The average relative humidity in March in Penfield, New York, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Penfield in March?

In Penfield, in March, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Penfield in March?

In Penfield, New York, in March, snow falls for 10.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Penfield have in March?

In March, the average day length in Penfield, New York, is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Penfield?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:35 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Penfield, New York, is 5.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Penfield?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Penfield, New York, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Penfield, NY

Average temperature in March - Penfield, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Penfield, NY

Average pressure in March - Penfield, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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
Penfield, NY

Average wind speed in March - Penfield, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Penfield, NY

Average humidity in March - Penfield, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Penfield, NY

Average rainfall in March - Penfield, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

Average rainfall days in March
Penfield, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Penfield, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Penfield, NY

Average snowfall in March - Penfield, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Penfield, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Penfield, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Penfield, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Penfield, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Penfield, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are May and September (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Penfield, NY

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Penfield, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Penfield, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Penfield, NY

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

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

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