March weather forecast
Piffard, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Piffard, is a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.5°F (4.7°C) and min 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is accompanied by a temperature increase, with the average high-temperature rising from a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) in February to a wintry 40.5°F (4.7°C). In March, Piffard encounters an average low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Piffard is 82%.

Rainfall

In Piffard, during March, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. In Piffard, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108.9 days and collects up to 7.8" (198mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Piffard, New York, in March, during 10.5 snowfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 59.7 snowfall days, and 6.85" (174mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Piffard, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Piffard, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:36 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 Piffard, the average sunshine in March is 5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 40.5°F (4.7°C) and a low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Piffard, during March, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Piffard, in March, snow falls for 10.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Piffard have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:36 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 Piffard have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Piffard, NY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Piffard, NY

Average pressure in March - Piffard, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Piffard, NY

Average wind speed in March - Piffard, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Piffard, NY

Average humidity in March - Piffard, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Piffard, NY

Average rainfall in March - Piffard, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
Piffard, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Piffard, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Piffard, NY

Average snowfall in March - Piffard, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Piffard, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Piffard, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Piffard, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Piffard, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Piffard, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are March and April (14 days).

Average UV index in March
Piffard, NY

Average UV index in March - Piffard, 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
Piffard, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Piffard, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Piffard, NY

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

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

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