Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
The shift from February to March sees an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a freezing cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C) to an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C). Petersburg experiences a nighttime temperature average of 23.5°F (-4.7°C) during March.Humidity
In Petersburg, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.Rainfall
March is the month with the least rainfall in Petersburg. Rain falls for 14.1 days and accumulates 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, in Petersburg, New York, it is snowing for 12.6 days. Throughout March, 7.13" (181mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Petersburg, there are 66.1 snowfall days, and 39.09" (993mm) 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 6:27 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Petersburg, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:18 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 in Petersburg 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 the ordinary person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during March morphs into the following directions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in March
Petersburg, NY
- Average high temperature in March: 38.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 23.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Petersburg, 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).
Average wind speed in March
Petersburg, NY
- Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Petersburg, NY
- Average humidity in March: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).
Average rainfall in March
Petersburg, NY
- Average rainfall in March: 2.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (2.6").
Average rainfall days in March
Petersburg, NY
- Average rainfall days in March: 14.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Petersburg, NY
- Average snowfall in March: 7.13"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (10").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Petersburg, NY
- Average snowfall days in March: 12.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Petersburg, NY
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Petersburg, NY
- Average sunshine days in March: 9.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).
Average UV index in March
Petersburg, 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 February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Petersburg, NY
- Average cloud cover in March: 59
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in March
Petersburg, NY
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).
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