March weather forecast
Shepard Settlement, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Shepard Settlement, New York, with an average temperature varying between 39.6°F (4.2°C) and 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Temperature

A soft shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in March, transitioning from a subzero cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C) in February to an icy 39.6°F (4.2°C). Shepard Settlement's average low-temperature during March nights is observed to be a subzero cold 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In Shepard Settlement, in March, during 12.3 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 166.4 rainfall days, and 29.61" (752mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Shepard Settlement, in March, during 12.4 snowfall days, 4.49" (114mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Shepard Settlement, during the entire year, snow falls for 79.4 days and aggregates up to 32.83" (834mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Shepard Settlement, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:31 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 4.6h.

UV index

In Shepard Settlement, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

The high-temperature during March is 39.6°F (4.2°C) and the low-temperature is 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Shepard Settlement, during March, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Shepard Settlement, in March, during 12.4 snowfall days, 4.49" (114mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Shepard Settlement, 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 6:40 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Shepard Settlement, 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 Shepard Settlement have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 4.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Shepard Settlement, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Shepard Settlement, NY

Average temperature in March - Shepard Settlement, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Shepard Settlement, NY

Average pressure in March - Shepard Settlement, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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
Shepard Settlement, NY

Average wind speed in March - Shepard Settlement, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Shepard Settlement, NY

Average humidity in March - Shepard Settlement, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Shepard Settlement, NY

Average rainfall in March - Shepard Settlement, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

Average rainfall days in March
Shepard Settlement, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Shepard Settlement, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Shepard Settlement, NY

Average snowfall in March - Shepard Settlement, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.49"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.05").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Shepard Settlement, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Shepard Settlement, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Shepard Settlement, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Shepard Settlement, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Shepard Settlement, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Shepard Settlement, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Shepard Settlement, NY

Average UV index in March - Shepard Settlement, NY
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Shepard Settlement, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Shepard Settlement, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 65

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Shepard Settlement, NY

Average visibility in March - Shepard Settlement, 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).

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