March weather forecast
Wappingers Falls, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Wappingers Falls, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 28.4°F (-2°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C) in February to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). The average temperature during March nights dips to a freezing cold 28.4°F (-2°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Wappingers Falls, in March, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 157.6 rainfall days, and 28.9" (734mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Wappingers Falls, during March, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.9 snowfall days, and 16.57" (421mm) 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 6:28 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:20 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 is 6.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Wappingers Falls 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

Wappingers Falls in March has an average high-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Wappingers Falls, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Wappingers Falls, in March, during 13.1 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Wappingers Falls, in March, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Wappingers Falls have in March?

In March, the average day length in Wappingers Falls is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:20 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Wappingers Falls?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Wappingers Falls, NY

Average temperature in March - Wappingers Falls, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Wappingers Falls, NY

Average pressure in March - Wappingers Falls, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"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
Wappingers Falls, NY

Average wind speed in March - Wappingers Falls, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Wappingers Falls, NY

Average humidity in March - Wappingers Falls, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

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
Wappingers Falls, NY

Average rainfall in March - Wappingers Falls, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in March
Wappingers Falls, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Wappingers Falls, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Wappingers Falls, NY

Average snowfall in March - Wappingers Falls, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Wappingers Falls, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Wappingers Falls, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.8 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Wappingers Falls, NY

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Wappingers Falls, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Wappingers Falls, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Wappingers Falls, NY

Average UV index in March - Wappingers Falls, 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
Wappingers Falls, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Wappingers Falls, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March
Wappingers Falls, NY

Average visibility in March - Wappingers Falls, NY
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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