March weather forecast
Sugar Loaf, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Sugar Loaf, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.8°F (7.1°C) and min 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

As February transitions into March, a subtle temperature shift is observed, with average highs adjusting from a wintry 37°F (2.8°C) to a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C). Sugar Loaf, in March, observes a steady average low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

In Sugar Loaf, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 141.2 rainfall days, and 25" (635mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Sugar Loaf, during March, snow falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 28.3 snowfall days, and 17.68" (449mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sugar Loaf, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST. On the last day of March, 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 Sugar Loaf, New York, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

Sugar Loaf in March has an average high-temperature of 44.8°F (7.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Sugar Loaf, in March, during 10.8 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Sugar Loaf, in March, during 6.1 snowfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sugar Loaf have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, 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 Sugar Loaf have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

What are the months 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 2.

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 minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Sugar Loaf, NY

Average temperature in March - Sugar Loaf, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.8°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: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Sugar Loaf, NY

Average pressure in March - Sugar Loaf, 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
Sugar Loaf, NY

Average wind speed in March - Sugar Loaf, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Sugar Loaf, NY

Average humidity in March - Sugar Loaf, 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 (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Sugar Loaf, NY

Average rainfall in March - Sugar Loaf, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in March
Sugar Loaf, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Sugar Loaf, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sugar Loaf, NY

Average snowfall in March - Sugar Loaf, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sugar Loaf, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Sugar Loaf, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sugar Loaf, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sugar Loaf, 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 1min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Sugar Loaf, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Sugar Loaf, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Sugar Loaf, NY

Average UV index in March - Sugar Loaf, 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
Sugar Loaf, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Sugar Loaf, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Sugar Loaf, NY

Average visibility in March - Sugar Loaf, NY
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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