March weather forecast
Sandusky, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Sandusky, is a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.8°F (-4°C) and 39.2°F (4°C).

Temperature

March's onset witnesses a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C) in February to an icy 39.2°F (4°C). March generally records an average low-temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C).

Humidity

In Sandusky, the average relative humidity in March is 85%.

Rainfall

In Sandusky, during March, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. In Sandusky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174 days and collects up to 32.99" (838mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 15.1 days. Throughout March, 7.36" (187mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 96.8 snowfall days, and 49.61" (1260mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Sandusky, New York, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:38 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 4.4h.

UV index

In Sandusky, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

In Sandusky, 39.2°F (4°C) is the average high-temperature and 24.8°F (-4°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 85%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout March, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Sandusky, in March, snow falls for 15.1 days, with typically accumulated 7.36" (187mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sandusky have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:38 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 Sandusky, 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Sandusky, NY

Average temperature in March - Sandusky, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Sandusky, NY

Average pressure in March - Sandusky, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Sandusky, NY

Average wind speed in March - Sandusky, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Sandusky, NY

Average humidity in March - Sandusky, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (79%).

Average rainfall in March
Sandusky, NY

Average rainfall in March - Sandusky, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in March
Sandusky, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Sandusky, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sandusky, NY

Average snowfall in March - Sandusky, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sandusky, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Sandusky, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sandusky, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Sandusky, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Sandusky, NY

Average UV index in March - Sandusky, 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
Sandusky, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Sandusky, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in March
Sandusky, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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