March weather forecast
Thurston, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Thurston, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 25°F (-3.9°C) and max 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Temperature

A minor escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of March, moving from a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) in February to a wintry 39.9°F (4.4°C). The temperature dips to an average of 25°F (-3.9°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In Thurston, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In Thurston, during March, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. In Thurston, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.7 days and collects up to 21.06" (535mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 87.7 snowfall days, and 26.69" (678mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:34 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 4.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

The high-temperature, in March, in Thurston, records 39.9°F (4.4°C), while the low-temperature is 25°F (-3.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Thurston, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Thurston have in March?

In Thurston, 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 6:42 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:34 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 Thurston have in March?

In Thurston, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Thurston, NY

Average temperature in March - Thurston, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Thurston, NY

Average pressure in March - Thurston, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Thurston, NY

Average wind speed in March - Thurston, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in March
Thurston, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Thurston, NY

Average rainfall in March - Thurston, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.22").

Average rainfall days in March
Thurston, NY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Thurston, NY

Average snowfall in March - Thurston, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Thurston, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Thurston, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (19.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Thurston, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 5min

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 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Thurston, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Thurston, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Thurston, NY

Average UV index in March - Thurston, 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
Thurston, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Thurston, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in March
Thurston, NY

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

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

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