March weather forecast
Wilmington, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Wilmington, is an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals a subtle increase in average high-temperatures, moving from February's subzero cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C) to a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C). Wilmington throughout March, records an average low-temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 86%.

Rainfall

In Wilmington, New York, in March, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 176.2 rainfall days, and 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Wilmington, in March, during 18.8 snowfall days, 9.84" (250mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Wilmington, during the entire year, snow falls for 104.5 days and aggregates up to 55.87" (1419mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 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

The average sunshine in March in Wilmington is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during March leads to these instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Wilmington, is 34.7°F (1.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Wilmington, the average relative humidity in March is 86%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Wilmington, during March, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Wilmington, in March, snow falls for 18.8 days, with typically accumulated 9.84" (250mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 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 Wilmington have in March?

In Wilmington, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Wilmington, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Wilmington, NY

Average temperature in March - Wilmington, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 20.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Wilmington, NY

Average pressure in March - Wilmington, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Wilmington, NY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Wilmington, NY

Average humidity in March - Wilmington, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Wilmington, NY

Average rainfall in March - Wilmington, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in March
Wilmington, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Wilmington, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Wilmington, NY

Average snowfall in March - Wilmington, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 9.84"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Wilmington, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Wilmington, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 18.8 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (21.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Wilmington, NY
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Wilmington, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Wilmington, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Wilmington, NY

Average UV index in March - Wilmington, NY
  • Average UV index in March: 1

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

Average cloud cover in March
Wilmington, NY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 71).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March
Wilmington, NY

Average visibility in March - Wilmington, NY
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

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

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