March weather forecast
Helena, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Helena, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and max 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Temperature

March witnesses an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C) in February to an icy 35.4°F (1.9°C). Helena experiences a consistent average temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) throughout the nights in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 85%.

Rainfall

In March, in Helena, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Helena, there are 160.1 rainfall days, and 29.76" (756mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Helena, New York, during March, snow falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) of snow. In Helena, during the entire year, snow falls for 70.6 days and aggregates up to 36.02" (915mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Helena is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:25 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 Helena, New York, the average sunshine in March is 4.5h.

UV index

In Helena, 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Helena?

The high-temperature, in March, in Helena, is 35.4°F (1.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Helena?

The average relative humidity in March in Helena, New York, is 85%.

How much does it rain in Helena in March?

In March, in Helena, New York, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Helena?

In Helena, New York, in March, snow falls for 11.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Helena have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Helena?

On the first day of March in Helena, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:25 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Helena, New York, 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 Helena?

The average sunshine duration in March in Helena, New York, is 4.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Helena?

In Helena, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Helena, NY

Average temperature in March - Helena, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 35.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Helena, NY

Average pressure in March - Helena, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Helena, NY

Average wind speed in March - Helena, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Helena, NY

Average humidity in March - Helena, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Helena, NY

Average rainfall in March - Helena, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in March
Helena, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Helena, 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 February (6.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Helena, NY

Average snowfall in March - Helena, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Helena, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Helena, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (17.1 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
Helena, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Helena, NY
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Helena, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Helena, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Helena, NY

Average UV index in March - Helena, NY
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Helena, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Helena, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in March
Helena, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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