March weather forecast
Hillsdale, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Hillsdale, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

As March arrives, a slight rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from an icy 33.1°F (0.6°C) in February to a still cold 41.5°F (5.3°C). Hillsdale usually reports an average low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) during the month of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Hillsdale, in March, during 10.6 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 139.3 rainfall days, and 21.06" (535mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Hillsdale. In Hillsdale, in March, during 6.5 snowfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 37.3 snowfall days, and 15.79" (401mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Hillsdale, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 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 Hillsdale, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Hillsdale?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Hillsdale, is 41.5°F (5.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Hillsdale?

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March in Hillsdale?

In Hillsdale, New York, in March, during 10.6 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Hillsdale in March?

In Hillsdale, in March, during 6.5 snowfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Hillsdale?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Hillsdale?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Hillsdale, New York, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:19 pm EDT.

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

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

In Hillsdale, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Hillsdale?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Hillsdale?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Hillsdale is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Hillsdale, NY

Average temperature in March - Hillsdale, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Hillsdale, NY

Average pressure in March - Hillsdale, 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Hillsdale, NY

Average wind speed in March - Hillsdale, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
Hillsdale, NY

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

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

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Average rainfall in March
Hillsdale, NY

Average rainfall in March - Hillsdale, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in March
Hillsdale, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Hillsdale, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Hillsdale, NY

Average snowfall in March - Hillsdale, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Hillsdale, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Hillsdale, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.6 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
Hillsdale, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hillsdale, 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 5min

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: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Hillsdale, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Hillsdale, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Hillsdale, NY

Average UV index in March - Hillsdale, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Hillsdale, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Hillsdale, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in March
Hillsdale, NY

Average visibility in March - Hillsdale, 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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