March weather forecast
Ritchfield Junction, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Ritchfield Junction, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Ritchfield Junction's average high-temperature sees a modest rise, moving from February's freezing cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C) to a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C). Ritchfield Junction's temperature lowers to a mean of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) during the nights in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 84%.

Rainfall

In Ritchfield Junction, in March, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ritchfield Junction, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.9 days and collects up to 28.23" (717mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ritchfield Junction are January through May, October through December. In Ritchfield Junction, during March, snow falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.51" (140mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 83 snowfall days, and 33.98" (863mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ritchfield Junction, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Ritchfield Junction, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:26 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 in Ritchfield Junction is 4.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and a low-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 84%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Ritchfield Junction, during March, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Ritchfield Junction, during March, snow falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.51" (140mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ritchfield Junction have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:26 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 Ritchfield Junction, 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?

In Ritchfield Junction, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.6h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Ritchfield Junction, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Ritchfield Junction, NY

Average temperature in March - Ritchfield Junction, 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 (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Ritchfield Junction, NY

Average pressure in March - Ritchfield Junction, 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
Ritchfield Junction, NY

Average wind speed in March - Ritchfield Junction, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Ritchfield Junction, NY

Average humidity in March - Ritchfield Junction, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Ritchfield Junction, NY

Average rainfall in March - Ritchfield Junction, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.77").

Average rainfall days in March
Ritchfield Junction, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Ritchfield Junction, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ritchfield Junction, NY

Average snowfall in March - Ritchfield Junction, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ritchfield Junction, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Ritchfield Junction, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (17.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ritchfield Junction, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ritchfield Junction, 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 4min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ritchfield Junction, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Ritchfield Junction, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Ritchfield Junction, NY

Average UV index in March - Ritchfield Junction, 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, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Ritchfield Junction, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Ritchfield Junction, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Ritchfield Junction, NY

Average visibility in March - Ritchfield Junction, NY
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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