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 subtle rise in the average high-temperature is observed during March, adjusting from an icy 32°F (0°C) in February to a still cold 40.8°F (4.9°C). Rensselaer experiences a nighttime temperature average of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) during March.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Rensselaer is 79%.Rainfall
In Rensselaer, during March, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Rensselaer, there are 162.8 rainfall days, and 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rensselaer, in March, during 8.8 snowfall days, 4.02" (102mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Rensselaer, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.4 days and aggregates up to 27.2" (691mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Rensselaer is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:20 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 5.7h.UV index
January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Is it cold in Rensselaer during March?
What is the average humidity in March?
How much does it rain in March?
How many days does it snow in March?
How many hours of daylight does Rensselaer have in March?
What time are sunrise and sunset in March?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?
How many hours of sunshine does Rensselaer have in March?
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
What is the UV index reading in March in Rensselaer?
Average temperature in March
Rensselaer, NY
- Average high temperature in March: 40.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 25.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Rensselaer, NY
- Average pressure in March: 30.05"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
Rensselaer, NY
- Average wind speed in March: 8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Rensselaer, NY
- Average humidity in March: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).
Average rainfall in March
Rensselaer, NY
- Average rainfall in March: 2.24"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in March
Rensselaer, NY
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in March
Rensselaer, NY
- Average snowfall in March: 4.02"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Rensselaer, NY
- Average snowfall days in March: 8.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Rensselaer, 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 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Rensselaer, NY
- Average sunshine days in March: 12.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.6 days).
Average UV index in March
Rensselaer, 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, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Rensselaer, NY
- Average cloud cover in March: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in March
Rensselaer, NY
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, August and September (5mi).
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