March weather forecastOld Forge, NY
March
Weather in March
March signals the retreat of winter as Old Forge experiences a gradual rise in temperature. The snow on the ground starts to thaw, and the number of snowfall days decrease notably, changing cityscapes as the white blanket slowly disappears. While 18.8 days of snowfall are expected this month compared to 21.9 in February, rainfall starts to increase, pointing to a transition from solid to liquid precipitation. As spring approaches, these climatic changes pave the way for brighter and warmer days ahead. The winds also start to lose their sting, hinting at milder weather conditions to come.Temperature
March witnesses a subtle temperature ascent, adjusting from a subzero cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C) in February to a cold 34.2°F (1.2°C). Throughout the month of March, Old Forge witnesses an average low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 86%.Rainfall
In Old Forge, in March, during 9.6 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 163 rainfall days, and 40.63" (1032mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Old Forge, New York, in March, snow falls for 18.8 days, with typically accumulated 12.8" (325mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 114.2 snowfall days, and 82.4" (2093mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Old Forge, New York, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 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
The average sunshine in March is 4.1h.UV index
In Old Forge, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Old Forge, NY
- Average high temperature in March: 34.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 21.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Old Forge, NY
- Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Old Forge, NY
- Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Old Forge, NY
- Average humidity in March: 86%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).
Average rainfall in March
Old Forge, NY
- Average rainfall in March: 3.07"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").
Average rainfall days in March
Old Forge, NY
- Average rainfall days in March: 9.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Old Forge, NY
- Average snowfall in March: 12.8"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (15.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Old Forge, NY
- Average snowfall days in March: 18.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (21.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Old Forge, NY
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in March: 4h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Old Forge, NY
- Average sunshine days in March: 7.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Old Forge, 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 January, February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Old Forge, NY
- Average cloud cover in March: 70
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 81).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 42).
Average visibility in March
Old Forge, NY
- Average visibility in March: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (4mi).
