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
A minor escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of March, moving from a freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) in February to an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C). An average low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) is noted during the nights in March.Humidity
In Rapids, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.Rainfall
In Rapids, during March, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. In Rapids, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.3 days and collects up to 28.03" (712mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rapids, in March, snow falls for 11.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.03" (77mm) of snow. In Rapids, during the entire year, snow falls for 73.2 days and aggregates up to 25.04" (636mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Rapids, New York, is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March in Rapids, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:40 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 5.4h.UV index
In Rapids, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during March morphs into the following directions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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How many days does it rain in March in Rapids?
How much does it snow in Rapids in March?
What is the average length of the day in March in Rapids?
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Rapids?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Rapids?
How many hours of sunshine does Rapids have in March?
What is the UV index intensity in March in Rapids?
Average temperature in March
Rapids, NY
- Average high temperature in March: 38.8°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 (29.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Rapids, NY
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Rapids, NY
- Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).
Average humidity in March
Rapids, NY
- Average humidity in March: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (75%).
Average rainfall in March
Rapids, NY
- Average rainfall in March: 2.09"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in March
Rapids, NY
- Average rainfall days in March: 13 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.2 days).
Average snowfall in March
Rapids, NY
- Average snowfall in March: 3.03"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Rapids, NY
- Average snowfall days in March: 11.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Rapids, 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 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Rapids, NY
- Average sunshine days in March: 9.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6 days).
Average UV index in March
Rapids, 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
Rapids, NY
- Average cloud cover in March: 59
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in March
Rapids, 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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