March weather forecast
Richland, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Richland, is an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

In Richland, stepping into March brings a gentle temperature nudge, moving slightly up from February's freezing cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C) to an icy 37°F (2.8°C). In Richland, the expected average low-temperature for March is a subzero cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Richland, in March, during 11.8 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 171 rainfall days, and 39.21" (996mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Richland, in March, snow falls for 12.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.25" (108mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 76.2 snowfall days, and 36.61" (930mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Richland, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:30 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 Richland, the average sunshine in March is 4.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

In March, in Richland, the average high-temperature is 37°F (2.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Richland?

In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Richland, during March, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Richland, New York, in March, snow falls for 12.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Richland have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Richland, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Richland, 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 4.9h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Richland, NY

Average temperature in March - Richland, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in March
Richland, NY

Average pressure in March - Richland, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Richland, NY

Average wind speed in March - Richland, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Richland, NY

Average humidity in March - Richland, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Richland, NY

Average rainfall in March - Richland, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.36").

Average rainfall days in March
Richland, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Richland, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Richland, NY

Average snowfall in March - Richland, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.25"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Richland, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Richland, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Richland, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Richland, NY
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Richland, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Richland, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Richland, NY

Average UV index in March - Richland, 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
Richland, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Richland, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Richland, NY

Average visibility in March - Richland, NY
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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