March weather forecast
Piffard, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Piffard, New York, with an average temperature varying between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) to a cold 40.5°F (4.7°C). During the month of March, Piffard's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

In Piffard, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In Piffard, during March, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. In Piffard, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108.9 days and collects up to 7.8" (198mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Piffard, during March, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow. In Piffard, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.7 days and aggregates up to 6.85" (174mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Piffard, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:36 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 5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Piffard?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Piffard during March are 40.5°F (4.7°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Piffard?

In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in Piffard in March?

In March, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout March, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Piffard?

In Piffard, New York, during March, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

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

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Piffard?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:36 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Piffard is 5h.

How high is the UV index in March in Piffard?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Piffard is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Piffard, NY

Average temperature in March - Piffard, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Piffard, NY

Average pressure in March - Piffard, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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
Piffard, NY

Average wind speed in March - Piffard, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Piffard, NY

Average humidity in March - Piffard, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Piffard, NY

Average rainfall in March - Piffard, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in March
Piffard, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Piffard, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Piffard, NY

Average snowfall in March - Piffard, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Piffard, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Piffard, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.5 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
Piffard, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Piffard, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Piffard, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Piffard, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are March and April (14 days).

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Average UV index in March
Piffard, NY

Average UV index in March - Piffard, 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
Piffard, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Piffard, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in March
Piffard, NY

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

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

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