March weather forecastAmes, NY
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Ames, is a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).Temperature
With the onset of March, Ames experiences a subtle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a subzero cold 30.2°F (-1°C) in February to an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C). Ames's average low-temperature in the month of March is recorded at a subzero cold 24.3°F (-4.3°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 83%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout March, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ames, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171 days and collects up to 34.25" (870mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ames, in March, snow falls for 12.6 days, with typically accumulated 5.16" (131mm) of snow. In Ames, during the entire year, snow falls for 71.4 days and aggregates up to 33.58" (853mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:23 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 5.3h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Ames, NY
- Average high temperature in March: 38.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 24.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Ames, NY
- Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Ames, NY
- Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Ames, NY
- Average humidity in March: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).
Average rainfall in March
Ames, NY
- Average rainfall in March: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").
Average rainfall days in March
Ames, NY
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Ames, NY
- Average snowfall in March: 5.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Ames, NY
- Average snowfall days in March: 12.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ames, NY
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in March
Ames, NY
- Average sunshine days in March: 9.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Ames, 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
Ames, NY
- Average cloud cover in March: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in March
Ames, NY
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
