March weather forecast
Zena, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Zena, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.4°F (5.8°C) and min 26.6°F (-3°C).

Temperature

Zena in March observes a minor temperature shift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a wintry 34.2°F (1.2°C) in February to a still cold 42.4°F (5.8°C). In March, Zena's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 26.6°F (-3°C) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Zena, in March, it is raining for 14.6 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 171.2 rainfall days, and 27.99" (711mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Zena, in March, during 8.7 snowfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 52.3 snowfall days, and 23.78" (604mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 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

In Zena, the average sunshine in March is 6.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index 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: A typical high UV index of 2 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The high-temperature during March is 42.4°F (5.8°C) and the low-temperature is 26.6°F (-3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Zena, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 14.6 days. Throughout March, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Zena, in March, during 8.7 snowfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 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 Zena have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Zena, NY

Average temperature in March - Zena, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Zena, NY

Average pressure in March - Zena, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"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
Zena, NY

Average wind speed in March - Zena, 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 (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Zena, NY

Average humidity in March - Zena, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Zena, NY

Average rainfall in March - Zena, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in March
Zena, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Zena, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Zena, NY

Average snowfall in March - Zena, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.62"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Zena, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Zena, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Zena, 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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Zena, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Zena, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Zena, NY

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Zena, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Zena, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Zena, NY

Average visibility in March - Zena, 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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