March weather forecast
Ghent, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Ghent, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 41.2°F (5.1°C) and min 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

March marks a minor ascent in the average high-temperature, adjusting from February's icy 32.5°F (0.3°C) to a still wintry 41.2°F (5.1°C). The nighttime temperature in Ghent, during March, averages of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Ghent, during March, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 135.1 rainfall days, and 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. March is the month with the most snowfall in Ghent, New York. Snow falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Ghent, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:19 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 in Ghent, New York, is 5.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ghent are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Ghent?

The high-temperature, in March, in Ghent, is 41.2°F (5.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Ghent?

In Ghent, New York, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in Ghent in March?

In Ghent, in March, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Ghent?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 7.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Ghent in March?

In Ghent, New York, in March, during 7.8 snowfall days, 3.9" (99mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Ghent have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Ghent?

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, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:19 pm EDT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Ghent have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Ghent, New York, is 5.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Ghent?

The months with the lowest UV index in Ghent are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in March in Ghent?

In Ghent, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Ghent, NY

Average temperature in March - Ghent, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Ghent, NY

Average pressure in March - Ghent, 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 (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Ghent, NY

Average wind speed in March - Ghent, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Ghent, NY

Average humidity in March - Ghent, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

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Average rainfall in March
Ghent, NY

Average rainfall in March - Ghent, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in March
Ghent, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Ghent, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Ghent, NY

Average snowfall in March - Ghent, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Ghent, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Ghent, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.3 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
Ghent, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ghent, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Ghent, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Ghent, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Ghent, NY

Average UV index in March - Ghent, 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, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Ghent, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Ghent, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in March
Ghent, NY

Average visibility in March - Ghent, NY
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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