March weather forecast
Scotia, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Scotia, is a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and an average low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

As Scotia transitions into March, the average high-temperature is observed to rise from a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) in February to an icy 40.6°F (4.8°C). In March, the recorded average low-temperature is a subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Scotia, New York, during March, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. In Scotia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.4 days and collects up to 25.75" (654mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Scotia, in March, during 6.8 snowfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 36.5 snowfall days, and 22.56" (573mm) 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 6:30 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST. On the last day of March, 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 March, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

In Scotia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

The high-temperature during March is 40.6°F (4.8°C) and the low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout March, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout March, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Scotia have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, 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?

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 long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.7h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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
Scotia, NY

Average temperature in March - Scotia, 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
Scotia, NY

Average pressure in March - Scotia, 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
Scotia, NY

Average wind speed in March - Scotia, 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
Scotia, NY

Average humidity in March - Scotia, 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
Scotia, NY

Average rainfall in March - Scotia, 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
Scotia, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Scotia, 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
Scotia, NY

Average snowfall in March - Scotia, 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
Scotia, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Scotia, 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
Scotia, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Scotia, 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
Scotia, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Scotia, 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
Scotia, NY

Average UV index in March - Scotia, 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
Scotia, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Scotia, 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
Scotia, NY

Average visibility in March - Scotia, 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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