March weather forecast
Sterling Forest, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Sterling Forest, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and max 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

March brings a slight rise in Sterling Forest's average high-temperature, moving from an icy 37°F (2.8°C) in February to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C). During the nights in March, Sterling Forest experiences a consistent average temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Humidity

In Sterling Forest, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Sterling Forest, in March, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sterling Forest, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.6 days and collects up to 23.31" (592mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 5.7 days. Throughout March, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is accumulated. In Sterling Forest, during the entire year, snow falls for 24 days and aggregates up to 15.04" (382mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:21 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 March, the average sunshine in Sterling Forest is 6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Sterling Forest?

In March, in Sterling Forest, the average high-temperature is 45°F (7.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout March, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 5.7 days. Throughout March, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Sterling Forest, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:21 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 Sterling Forest have in March?

In Sterling Forest, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Sterling Forest?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Sterling Forest, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Sterling Forest, NY

Average temperature in March - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Sterling Forest, NY

Average pressure in March - Sterling Forest, 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
Sterling Forest, NY

Average wind speed in March - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Sterling Forest, NY

Average humidity in March - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Sterling Forest, NY

Average rainfall in March - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").

Average rainfall days in March
Sterling Forest, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sterling Forest, NY

Average snowfall in March - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sterling Forest, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sterling Forest, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sterling Forest, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sterling Forest, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in March
Sterling Forest, NY

Average UV index in March - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Sterling Forest, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Sterling Forest, NY

Average visibility in March - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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