March weather forecast
Dover Plains, NY

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Dover Plains, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

In Dover Plains, the average high-temperature in March marginally rises from a cold 35.1°F (1.7°C) in February to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). The average low-temperature, in March, is 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Humidity

In Dover Plains, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Dover Plains, during March, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Dover Plains, there are 160.1 rainfall days, and 32.99" (838mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Dover Plains, New York. In Dover Plains, during March, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 41.2 snowfall days, and 20.28" (515mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Dover Plains is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:18 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

In Dover Plains, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Dover Plains, New York, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translate into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. 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. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in March in Dover Plains?

In Dover Plains, New York, in March, the average high-temperature is 43.2°F (6.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Dover Plains?

The average relative humidity in March in Dover Plains is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Dover Plains?

In Dover Plains, New York, during March, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Dover Plains in March?

In March, in Dover Plains, New York, it is snowing for 7.8 days. Throughout March, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Dover Plains?

In March, the average day length in Dover Plains, New York, is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Dover Plains?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Dover Plains, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:18 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Dover Plains, New York, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Dover Plains?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

How high is the UV index in March in Dover Plains?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Dover Plains is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Dover Plains, NY

Average temperature in March - Dover Plains, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Dover Plains, NY

Average pressure in March - Dover Plains, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"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
Dover Plains, NY

Average wind speed in March - Dover Plains, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Dover Plains, NY

Average humidity in March - Dover Plains, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Dover Plains, NY

Average rainfall in March - Dover Plains, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in March
Dover Plains, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Dover Plains, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Dover Plains, NY

Average snowfall in March - Dover Plains, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Dover Plains, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Dover Plains, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.6 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
Dover Plains, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Dover Plains, NY
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 58min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 10min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 13min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Dover Plains, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Dover Plains, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Dover Plains, NY

Average UV index in March - Dover Plains, NY
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Dover Plains, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Dover Plains, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in March
Dover Plains, NY

Average visibility in March - Dover Plains, NY
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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