March weather forecastBatavia, NY
March
Weather in March
With the arrival of March, Batavia starts to hint at the upcoming change of seasons. A distinct upward trend of temperature begins, although snowfall continues its presence. The average high temperature rises noticeably to 40.6°F (4.8°C), leading to more melted snow. This increase in temperature alongside a reduction of snowfall from 5.2" (132mm) down to 2.91" (74mm) epitomizes March's transition from winter to spring. The lengthening daylight hours and increasing visibility signal the gradual retreat of winter.Temperature
Batavia's weather in March presents a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C) in February to a cold 40.6°F (4.8°C). The month of March records an average low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.Rainfall
In Batavia, during March, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Batavia, there are 159.3 rainfall days, and 26.93" (684mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Batavia, in March, snow falls for 13.6 days, with typically accumulated 5.2" (132mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Batavia, there are 85.1 snowfall days, and 37.52" (953mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Batavia, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:38 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 Batavia, the average sunshine in March is 4.7h.UV index
In Batavia, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Batavia, NY
- Average high temperature in March: 40.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 26.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Batavia, NY
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"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
Batavia, NY
- Average wind speed in March: 9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).
Average humidity in March
Batavia, NY
- Average humidity in March: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, July, August and September (77%).
Average rainfall in March
Batavia, NY
- Average rainfall in March: 2.13"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").
Average rainfall days in March
Batavia, NY
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Batavia, NY
- Average snowfall in March: 5.2"
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
Batavia, NY
- Average snowfall days in March: 13.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Batavia, 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: 4h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Batavia, NY
- Average sunshine days in March: 9.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Batavia, NY
- Average UV index in March: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Batavia, NY
- Average cloud cover in March: 64
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in March
Batavia, NY
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
