March weather forecast
South Salem, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in South Salem, New York, with an average temperature varying between 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature mildly increases in March, edging from a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C) in February to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). The average temperature during March nights dips to a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In South Salem, in March, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. In South Salem, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.7 days and collects up to 11.65" (296mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 4.1 days. Throughout March, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 20.5 snowfall days, and 2.68" (68mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:18 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 South Salem, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in South Salem, New York, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In South Salem, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In South Salem, in March, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In South Salem, in March, during 4.1 snowfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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 6:27 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in South Salem, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:18 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 South Salem have in March?

In South Salem, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
South Salem, NY

Average temperature in March - South Salem, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in March
South Salem, NY

Average pressure in March - South Salem, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
South Salem, NY

Average wind speed in March - South Salem, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
South Salem, NY

Average humidity in March - South Salem, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in March
South Salem, NY

Average rainfall in March - South Salem, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
South Salem, NY

Average rainfall days in March - South Salem, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
South Salem, NY

Average snowfall in March - South Salem, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.31"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
South Salem, NY

Average snowfall days in March - South Salem, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
South Salem, NY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
South Salem, NY

Average sunshine days in March - South Salem, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.3 days).

Average UV index in March
South Salem, NY

Average UV index in March - South Salem, NY
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
South Salem, NY

Average cloud cover in March - South Salem, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
South Salem, NY

Average visibility in March - South Salem, NY
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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