March weather forecast
Sandy Creek, NY

Share

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Sandy Creek, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37°F (2.8°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is accompanied by a modest temperature increase, with the average high-temperature edging up from a subzero cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C) in February to an icy 37°F (2.8°C). Sandy Creek reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Sandy Creek, 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

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Sandy Creek, during March, snow falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 76.2 snowfall days, and 36.61" (930mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

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

UV index

In Sandy Creek, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

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

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March in Sandy Creek is 82%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Sandy Creek, in March, during 11.8 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 12.3 days. Throughout March, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sandy Creek have in March?

In Sandy Creek, New York, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, 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, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Sandy Creek have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 4.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Sandy Creek, NY

Average temperature in March - Sandy Creek, 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
Sandy Creek, NY

Average pressure in March - Sandy Creek, 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
Sandy Creek, NY

Average wind speed in March - Sandy Creek, 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
Sandy Creek, NY

Average humidity in March - Sandy Creek, 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
Sandy Creek, NY

Average rainfall in March - Sandy Creek, 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
Sandy Creek, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Sandy Creek, 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
Sandy Creek, NY

Average snowfall in March - Sandy Creek, 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
Sandy Creek, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Sandy Creek, 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
Sandy Creek, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sandy Creek, 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
Sandy Creek, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Sandy Creek, 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
Sandy Creek, NY

Average UV index in March - Sandy Creek, 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
Sandy Creek, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Sandy Creek, 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
Sandy Creek, NY

Average visibility in March - Sandy Creek, 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).

Sandy Creek, New York, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location