March weather forecast
Cardiff, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Cardiff, is a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 39°F (3.9°C) and 24.8°F (-4°C).

Temperature

March's onset brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 30°F (-1.1°C) in February to a wintry 39°F (3.9°C). During the month of March, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 24.8°F (-4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Cardiff is 84%.

Rainfall

In Cardiff, in March, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 150 rainfall days, and 24.13" (613mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Cardiff are January through May, October through December. In Cardiff, New York, in March, snow falls for 11.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.98" (101mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Cardiff, there are 78.2 snowfall days, and 29.37" (746mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:30 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 Cardiff, the average sunshine in March is 4.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Cardiff during March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Cardiff, New York, are 39°F (3.9°C) and 24.8°F (-4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Cardiff?

The average relative humidity in March in Cardiff is 84%.

How many days does it rain in March in Cardiff?

In March, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Cardiff in March?

In Cardiff, New York, in March, during 11.9 snowfall days, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Cardiff have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Cardiff?

On the first day of March in Cardiff, New York, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.

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

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 Cardiff have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Cardiff, New York, is 4.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Cardiff?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. 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
Cardiff, NY

Average temperature in March - Cardiff, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Cardiff, NY

Average pressure in March - Cardiff, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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).

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Average wind speed in March
Cardiff, NY

Average wind speed in March - Cardiff, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Cardiff, NY

Average humidity in March - Cardiff, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (80%).

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Average rainfall in March
Cardiff, NY

Average rainfall in March - Cardiff, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in March
Cardiff, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Cardiff, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Cardiff, NY

Average snowfall in March - Cardiff, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Cardiff, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Cardiff, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 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
Cardiff, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cardiff, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Cardiff, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Cardiff, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Cardiff, NY

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Cardiff, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Cardiff, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 64

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in March
Cardiff, NY

Average visibility in March - Cardiff, NY
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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