March weather forecastEllicottville, NY
March
Weather in March
March witnesses a definitive shift from the freezing temperatures to somewhat more accommodating weather. The spring thaw begins, melting the snow and causing a perceptible rise in temperatures. The level of snowfall records a significant decrease, settling at 120mm. This month is a transition phase, introducing lighter days and milder nights. The overall weather conditions make March a transitional month from winter to spring in Ellicottville.Temperature
The rise of average high-temperatures is seen in March, with an increase from a freezing cold -1.1°C in February to a cold 4.3°C. In March, Ellicottville encounters an average low-temperature of -3.7°C during the night.Humidity
In Ellicottville, the average relative humidity in March is 84%.Rainfall
In Ellicottville, in March, during 11.8 rainfall days, 49mm of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ellicottville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.3 days and collects up to 697mm of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 13.1 days. Throughout March, 120mm of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 92.6 snowfall days, and 983mm of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:05 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:39 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 is 4.8h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Ellicottville, NY
- Average high temperature in March: 4.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (25°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.4°C).
- Average low temperature in March: -3.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (14.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8.8°C).
Average pressure in March
Ellicottville, NY
- Average pressure in March: 1018.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1019.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.6mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Ellicottville, NY
- Average wind speed in March: 14.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (17km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (10km/h).
Average humidity in March
Ellicottville, NY
- Average humidity in March: 84%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (80%).
Average rainfall in March
Ellicottville, NY
- Average rainfall in March: 49mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (75mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (40mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Ellicottville, NY
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Ellicottville, NY
- Average snowfall in March: 120mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (206mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in March
Ellicottville, NY
- Average snowfall days in March: 13.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ellicottville, 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 12min).
- Average sunshine in March: 4h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Ellicottville, NY
- Average sunshine days in March: 9.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.6 days).
Average UV index in March
Ellicottville, 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 February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Ellicottville, NY
- Average cloud cover in March: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 79).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in March
Ellicottville, NY
- Average visibility in March: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (7km).
