March weather forecastCooperstown, NY
March
Weather in March
Cooperstown's March weather denotes the beginning of spring. The snow gradually recedes, and temperatures start to rise considerably compared to the freezing conditions of January and February. March boasts a more comfort median temperature between 23.4°F (-4.8°C) to 37.9°F (3.3°C), which signifies the departure of intense cold. While the winter chill lingers, the warmer weather is a precursor to the exciting spring activities set to dominate Cooperstown in April. The shift from heavy snowfall to more rainfall indicates a major seasonal transition.Temperature
A subtle rise in the average high-temperature is observed during March, adjusting from a freezing cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C) in February to a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C). Cooperstown's average low-temperature is measured at a freezing cold 23.4°F (-4.8°C) during March.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 84%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout March, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cooperstown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.3 days and collects up to 33.7" (856mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Cooperstown, New York, in March, snow falls for 15.5 days, with typically accumulated 7.48" (190mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 88 snowfall days, and 46.42" (1179mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:25 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 4.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Cooperstown, NY
- Average high temperature in March: 37.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 23.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Cooperstown, 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 (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Cooperstown, NY
- Average wind speed in March: 9.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).
Average humidity in March
Cooperstown, 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, May and July (79%).
Average rainfall in March
Cooperstown, NY
- Average rainfall in March: 2.44"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").
Average rainfall days in March
Cooperstown, NY
- Average rainfall days in March: 12 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Cooperstown, NY
- Average snowfall in March: 7.48"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Cooperstown, NY
- Average snowfall days in March: 15.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Cooperstown, 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 48min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Cooperstown, NY
- Average sunshine days in March: 8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Cooperstown, NY
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Cooperstown, NY
- Average cloud cover in March: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 72).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in March
Cooperstown, NY
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
