March weather forecast
Canandaigua, NY

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Golden brown trees, clean and neat lawns, clear roads and paths around the iconic Ontario County Courthouse in Canandaigua, New York
Golden brown trees, clean and neat lawns, clear roads and paths around the iconic Ontario County Courthouse in Canandaigua, New York

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Canandaigua, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 27°F (-2.8°C) and max 40.8°F (4.9°C).

Temperature

Canandaigua sees an increase in the average high-temperature with the arrival of March, moving from February's subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) to a cold 40.8°F (4.9°C). An average nighttime temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) is witnessed throughout March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Canandaigua is 81%.

Rainfall

In March, in Canandaigua, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout March, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Canandaigua, during the entire year, the rain falls for 106.9 days and collects up to 8.03" (204mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 58.6 snowfall days, and 8.98" (228mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Canandaigua is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Canandaigua, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:34 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 5.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Canandaigua is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Canandaigua in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Canandaigua, records 40.8°F (4.9°C), while the low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Canandaigua?

In Canandaigua, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How much does it rain in Canandaigua in March?

In Canandaigua, during March, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Canandaigua in March?

In Canandaigua, in March, snow falls for 10.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Canandaigua?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Canandaigua?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Canandaigua, New York, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:34 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.1h.

How high is the UV index in March in Canandaigua?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

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Average pressure in March
Canandaigua, NY

Average pressure in March - Canandaigua, 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Canandaigua, NY

Average wind speed in March - Canandaigua, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Canandaigua, NY

Average humidity in March - Canandaigua, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Canandaigua, NY

Average rainfall in March - Canandaigua, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in March
Canandaigua, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Canandaigua, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Canandaigua, NY

Average snowfall in March - Canandaigua, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Canandaigua, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Canandaigua, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Canandaigua, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Canandaigua, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Canandaigua, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and July (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Canandaigua, NY

Average UV index in March - Canandaigua, 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Canandaigua, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Canandaigua, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Canandaigua, NY

Average visibility in March - Canandaigua, NY
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (5mi).

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