Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
March signals a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's subzero cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C) to a wintry 38.3°F (3.5°C). During the month of March, an average temperature of 23.5°F (-4.7°C) is noted during the nights in Preston.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 85%.Rainfall
In Preston, in March, during 11.1 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Preston, there are 144.3 rainfall days, and 23.07" (586mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Preston, New York, in March, snow falls for 11 days, with typically accumulated 3.86" (98mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 70.5 snowfall days, and 26.26" (667mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Preston, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:27 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 4.4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions
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How much does it rain in Preston in March?
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How many hours of daylight does Preston have in March?
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Preston?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Preston?
How many hours of sunshine does Preston have in March?
What is the UV index intensity in March in Preston?
Average temperature in March
Preston, NY
- Average high temperature in March: 38.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 23.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Preston, 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
Preston, NY
- Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).
Average humidity in March
Preston, 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, May and July (80%).
Average rainfall in March
Preston, NY
- Average rainfall in March: 1.57"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").
Average rainfall days in March
Preston, NY
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Preston, NY
- Average snowfall in March: 3.86"
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
Preston, NY
- Average snowfall days in March: 11 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Preston, 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 2min
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 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Preston, NY
- Average sunshine days in March: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Preston, 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, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Preston, NY
- Average cloud cover in March: 67
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 76).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in March
Preston, NY
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
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