March weather forecast
Plainfield Center, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Plainfield Center, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 37.9°F (3.3°C) and min 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is characterized by a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C) to an icy 37.9°F (3.3°C). Plainfield Center experiences an average low-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) in month of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Plainfield Center, in March, during 11.5 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Plainfield Center, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.2 days and collects up to 25.28" (642mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Plainfield Center, in March, snow falls for 15.2 days, with typically accumulated 6.14" (156mm) of snow. In Plainfield Center, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 88.6 days and aggregates up to 36.46" (926mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Plainfield Center, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:26 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

The average sunshine in March is 4.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

Plainfield Center in March has an average high-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout March, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Plainfield Center, in March, during 15.2 snowfall days, 6.14" (156mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Plainfield Center 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 6:35 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:26 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 Plainfield Center have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Plainfield Center, NY

Average temperature in March - Plainfield Center, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.9°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 (26.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Plainfield Center, NY

Average pressure in March - Plainfield Center, 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
Plainfield Center, NY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Plainfield Center, NY

Average humidity in March - Plainfield Center, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).

Average rainfall in March
Plainfield Center, NY

Average rainfall in March - Plainfield Center, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in March
Plainfield Center, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Plainfield Center, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Plainfield Center, NY

Average snowfall in March - Plainfield Center, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Plainfield Center, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Plainfield Center, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Plainfield Center, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Plainfield Center, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Plainfield Center, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Plainfield Center, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Plainfield Center, NY

Average UV index in March - Plainfield Center, NY
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Plainfield Center, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Plainfield Center, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in March
Plainfield Center, NY

Average visibility in March - Plainfield Center, NY
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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