March weather forecast
Shortsville, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a wintry month in Shortsville, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 41.2°F (5.1°C) and min 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Temperature

March's onset is marked by a temperature increase, moving from 32.2°F (0.1°C) in February to a still icy 41.2°F (5.1°C). The average low-temperature, in March, is a subzero cold 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In Shortsville, New York, during March, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 123.3 rainfall days, and 11.54" (293mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Shortsville, during March, snow falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow. In Shortsville, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.5 days and aggregates up to 10.04" (255mm) 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 6:43 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:34 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 4.9h.

UV index

In Shortsville, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

Shortsville in March has an average high-temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Shortsville, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Shortsville, during March, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Shortsville, during March, snow falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Shortsville have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:34 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?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Shortsville is 4.9h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Shortsville, 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 radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Shortsville, NY

Average temperature in March - Shortsville, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Shortsville, NY

Average pressure in March - Shortsville, 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
Shortsville, NY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Shortsville, NY

Average humidity in March - Shortsville, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Shortsville, NY

Average rainfall in March - Shortsville, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in March
Shortsville, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Shortsville, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Shortsville, NY

Average snowfall in March - Shortsville, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Shortsville, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Shortsville, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Shortsville, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Shortsville, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Shortsville, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12 days).

Average UV index in March
Shortsville, NY

Average UV index in March - Shortsville, 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
Shortsville, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Shortsville, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Shortsville, NY

Average visibility in March - Shortsville, NY
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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