March weather forecast
Elmira Heights, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a wintry month in Elmira Heights, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41°F (5°C) and an average low of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

Elmira Heights's transition into March is marked by a minor temperature shift, moving from 32.4°F (0.2°C) in February to a still wintry 41°F (5°C). During the nights in March, an average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) is observed.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In Elmira Heights, New York, during March, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. In Elmira Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.7 days and collects up to 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Elmira Heights, in March, during 12.6 snowfall days, 4.57" (116mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Elmira Heights, New York, there are 76.6 snowfall days, and 34.61" (879mm) 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 6:41 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:32 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 Elmira Heights, the average sunshine in March is 5.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Elmira Heights during March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 41°F (5°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Elmira Heights?

The average relative humidity in March in Elmira Heights, New York, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Elmira Heights in March?

In Elmira Heights, in March, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Elmira Heights?

In Elmira Heights, New York, in March, snow falls for 12.6 days, with typically accumulated 4.57" (116mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Elmira Heights?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Elmira Heights?

On the first day of March in Elmira Heights, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:32 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Elmira Heights, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Elmira Heights?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Elmira Heights is 5.1h.

How high is the UV index in March in Elmira Heights?

In Elmira Heights, 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Elmira Heights, NY

Average temperature in March - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Elmira Heights, NY

Average pressure in March - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Elmira Heights, NY

Average wind speed in March - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Elmira Heights, NY

Average humidity in March - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, June and July (78%).

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Average rainfall in March
Elmira Heights, NY

Average rainfall in March - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in March
Elmira Heights, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Elmira Heights, NY

Average snowfall in March - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Elmira Heights, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.7 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
Elmira Heights, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Elmira Heights, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Elmira Heights, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Elmira Heights, NY

Average UV index in March - Elmira Heights, 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Elmira Heights, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 61

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in March
Elmira Heights, NY

Average visibility in March - Elmira Heights, NY
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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