March weather forecastDurham, NY
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Durham, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.6°F (4.2°C) and 23.7°F (-4.6°C).Temperature
As February transitions into March, a subtle temperature shift is observed, with average highs adjusting from a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) to an icy 39.6°F (4.2°C). Nighttime temperatures in March average to a subzero cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C) in Durham.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Durham is 83%.Rainfall
In Durham, in March, during 10.8 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Durham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.5 days and collects up to 27.24" (692mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Durham are January through May, October through December. In Durham, during March, snow falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.5" (165mm) of snow. In Durham, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.8 days and aggregates up to 35.35" (898mm) of snow.Daylight
In Durham, New York, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:21 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
The average sunshine in March in Durham, New York, is 5.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Durham is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March interprets 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. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Durham, NY
- Average high temperature in March: 39.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 23.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Durham, NY
- Average pressure in March: 30.06"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).
Average wind speed in March
Durham, NY
- Average wind speed in March: 7.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in March
Durham, NY
- Average humidity in March: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (78%).
Average rainfall in March
Durham, NY
- Average rainfall in March: 1.77"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.46").
Average rainfall days in March
Durham, NY
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Durham, NY
- Average snowfall in March: 6.5"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Durham, NY
- Average snowfall days in March: 13 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Durham, NY
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Durham, NY
- Average sunshine days in March: 11.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Durham, NY
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Durham, NY
- Average cloud cover in March: 57
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in March
Durham, NY
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).
