March weather forecast
Swain, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Swain, New York, with an average temperature varying between 24.8°F (-4°C) and 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Temperature

Swain in March shows a temperature shift, moving from an average high of a subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C) in February to an icy 39.6°F (4.2°C). Swain's temperature lowers to a mean of 24.8°F (-4°C) during the nights in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In Swain, during March, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.7 rainfall days, and 27.6" (701mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Swain, in March, snow falls for 15.5 days, with typically accumulated 6.81" (173mm) of snow. In Swain, during the entire year, snow falls for 96.3 days and aggregates up to 46.38" (1178mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Swain, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:36 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 Swain, the average sunshine in March is 4.5h.

UV index

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 rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

During March, Swain experiences an average high-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and a low-temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Swain, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Swain, in March, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 15.5 days. Throughout March, 6.81" (173mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Swain have in March?

In Swain, 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 6:45 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:36 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 Swain, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Swain, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Swain, NY

Average temperature in March - Swain, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Swain, NY

Average pressure in March - Swain, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"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
Swain, NY

Average wind speed in March - Swain, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Swain, NY

Average humidity in March - Swain, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Swain, NY

Average rainfall in March - Swain, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in March
Swain, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Swain, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Swain, NY

Average snowfall in March - Swain, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Swain, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Swain, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Swain, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Swain, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Swain, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Swain, NY

Average UV index in March - Swain, NY
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
Swain, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Swain, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in March
Swain, NY

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

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

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