March weather forecast
Stafford, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Stafford, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.6°F (4.8°C) and min 26.6°F (-3°C).

Temperature

With the transition into March, Stafford experiences an increase in average high-temperatures, moving up from a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) in February to an icy 40.6°F (4.8°C). The low-temperature average for Stafford during March stands at a subzero cold 26.6°F (-3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Stafford, in March, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 127.4 rainfall days, and 16.57" (421mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 9.5 days. Throughout March, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is accumulated. In Stafford, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.1 days and aggregates up to 17.01" (432mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Stafford, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:37 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 4.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Stafford are 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 26.6°F (-3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Stafford?

The average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How much does it rain in Stafford in March?

In Stafford, in March, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Stafford, in March, during 9.5 snowfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:37 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 is 4.7h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Stafford, NY

Average temperature in March - Stafford, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.6°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°F).

Average pressure in March
Stafford, NY

Average pressure in March - Stafford, 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
Stafford, NY

Average wind speed in March - Stafford, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (6.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Stafford, NY

Average humidity in March - Stafford, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and July (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Stafford, NY

Average rainfall in March - Stafford, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in March
Stafford, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Stafford, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Stafford, NY

Average snowfall in March - Stafford, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Stafford, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Stafford, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Stafford, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Stafford, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Stafford, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11 days).

Average UV index in March
Stafford, NY

Average UV index in March - Stafford, 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, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Stafford, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Stafford, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Stafford, NY

Average visibility in March - Stafford, NY
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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