March weather forecast
Richfield Springs, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Richfield Springs, is a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and an average high of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

The start of March brings a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C) in February to a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C). Richfield Springs observes an average nighttime temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) during March.

Humidity

In Richfield Springs, the average relative humidity in March is 84%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 8.9 days and typically collects 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Richfield Springs, during March, snow falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow. In Richfield Springs, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.2 days and aggregates up to 16.69" (424mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Richfield Springs, New York, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:25 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 Richfield Springs, 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 low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 24.3°F (-4.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Richfield Springs?

In March, the average relative humidity is 84%.

What is the driest month?

March is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.9 days and accumulates 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout March, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Richfield Springs, in March, snow falls for 8.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Richfield Springs have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:25 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 long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 4.8h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Richfield Springs, New York, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Richfield Springs, NY

Average temperature in March - Richfield Springs, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Richfield Springs, NY

Average pressure in March - Richfield Springs, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"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
Richfield Springs, NY

Average wind speed in March - Richfield Springs, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in March
Richfield Springs, NY

Average humidity in March - Richfield Springs, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Richfield Springs, NY

Average rainfall in March - Richfield Springs, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.94").

Average rainfall days in March
Richfield Springs, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Richfield Springs, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Richfield Springs, NY

Average snowfall in March - Richfield Springs, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Richfield Springs, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Richfield Springs, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Richfield Springs, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Richfield Springs, 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
Richfield Springs, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Richfield Springs, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Richfield Springs, NY

Average UV index in March - Richfield Springs, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Richfield Springs, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Richfield Springs, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 72).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March
Richfield Springs, NY

Average visibility in March - Richfield Springs, NY
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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