March weather forecast
Rotterdam, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Rotterdam, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and max 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) in February to an icy 40.6°F (4.8°C). Throughout March, the temperature tends to fall to a consistent average low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Rotterdam, during March, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 137.4 rainfall days, and 25.75" (654mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Rotterdam are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout March, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 36.5 snowfall days, and 22.56" (573mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:21 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 Rotterdam, the average sunshine in March is 5.7h.

UV index

In Rotterdam, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

Rotterdam in March has an average high-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Rotterdam?

In Rotterdam, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Rotterdam?

In Rotterdam, during March, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Rotterdam, in March, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rotterdam have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:21 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Rotterdam, 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 in Rotterdam is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Rotterdam?

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

Average temperature in March - Rotterdam, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.6°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 (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Rotterdam, NY

Average pressure in March - Rotterdam, 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
Rotterdam, NY

Average wind speed in March - Rotterdam, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Rotterdam, NY

Average humidity in March - Rotterdam, 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 (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Rotterdam, NY

Average rainfall in March - Rotterdam, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.57").

Average rainfall days in March
Rotterdam, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Rotterdam, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rotterdam, NY

Average snowfall in March - Rotterdam, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Rotterdam, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Rotterdam, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rotterdam, 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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rotterdam, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Rotterdam, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Rotterdam, NY

Average UV index in March - Rotterdam, NY
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Rotterdam, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Rotterdam, 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
Rotterdam, NY

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

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

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