March weather forecast
Stamford, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Stamford, is an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and 37.4°F (3°C).

Temperature

The beginning of March signals a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C) in February to an icy 37.4°F (3°C). During March, Stamford records an average temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C) at night.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Stamford, in March, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Stamford, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.7 days and collects up to 27.83" (707mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Stamford, during March, snow falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.91" (201mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 98 snowfall days, and 50.39" (1280mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Stamford is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:23 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 in Stamford is 4.6h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during March leads to these advisories:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Stamford, is 37.4°F (3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Stamford, the average relative humidity in March is 85%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout March, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Stamford, in March, during 17.8 snowfall days, 7.91" (201mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Stamford have in March?

In Stamford, New York, 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 6:32 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:23 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 Stamford, New York, 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 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Stamford, New York, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Stamford, NY

Average temperature in March - Stamford, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 22.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Stamford, NY

Average pressure in March - Stamford, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Stamford, NY

Average wind speed in March - Stamford, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Stamford, NY

Average humidity in March - Stamford, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, June and July (80%).

Average rainfall in March
Stamford, NY

Average rainfall in March - Stamford, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.5").

Average rainfall days in March
Stamford, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Stamford, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Stamford, NY

Average snowfall in March - Stamford, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Stamford, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Stamford, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
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: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Stamford, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Stamford, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Stamford, NY

Average UV index in March - Stamford, NY
  • Average UV index in March: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Stamford, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Stamford, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in March
Stamford, NY

Average visibility in March - Stamford, NY
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March and September (4mi).

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