March weather forecast
Watkins Glen, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Watkins Glen, is a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and max 40.8°F (4.9°C).

Temperature

Watkins Glen's weather in March shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from February's subzero cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C) to an icy 40.8°F (4.9°C). During March, the nighttime temperature averages to a subzero cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Watkins Glen, during March, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation. In Watkins Glen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.1 days and collects up to 12.32" (313mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Watkins Glen. In Watkins Glen, in March, during 9.6 snowfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Watkins Glen, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.2 days and aggregates up to 9.96" (253mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:32 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 5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Watkins Glen is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March leads to these advisories:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Watkins Glen in March?

Watkins Glen in March has an average high-temperature of 40.8°F (4.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Watkins Glen?

The average relative humidity in March in Watkins Glen is 82%.

How many days does it rain in March in Watkins Glen?

In March, in Watkins Glen, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout March, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Watkins Glen?

In March, it is snowing for 9.6 days. Throughout March, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Watkins Glen?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Watkins Glen?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:32 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Watkins Glen?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Watkins Glen, 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 Watkins Glen?

The average sunshine duration in March in Watkins Glen, New York, is 5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Watkins Glen?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Watkins Glen is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Watkins Glen, NY

Average temperature in March - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Watkins Glen, NY

Average pressure in March - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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
Watkins Glen, NY

Average wind speed in March - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Watkins Glen, NY

Average humidity in March - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and July (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Watkins Glen, NY

Average rainfall in March - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in March
Watkins Glen, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Watkins Glen, NY

Average snowfall in March - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Watkins Glen, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (13.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Watkins Glen, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Watkins Glen, 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: 5h 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: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Watkins Glen, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Watkins Glen, NY

Average UV index in March - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
Watkins Glen, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Watkins Glen, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 62

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Watkins Glen, NY

Average visibility in March - Watkins Glen, 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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