March weather forecast
Saranac Lake, NY

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A view from the Saranac Lake, New York, of the tranquil setting around the lakeside homes amid the golden and brown trees in the fall
A view from the Saranac Lake, New York, of the tranquil setting around the lakeside homes amid the golden and brown trees in the fall

Weather in March

With the arrival of March, the weather in Saranac Lake slowly hints at a transition toward warmer times. Its temperature marginally softens with lows and highs stretching from 19.9°F (-6.7°C) to 33.3°F (0.7°C). Although the city still lies under a blanket of snow, the frequency of snowfall decreases notably in favor of rainfall. Skies still remain predominantly cloudy, offering an overcast scenic drama of dark, rolling cloud formations. Street corners bid goodbye to piles of melting white sludge, offering a promise of the upcoming spring.

Temperature

With the onset of March, Saranac Lake experiences a subtle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a subzero cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C) in February to an icy 33.3°F (0.7°C). In March, Saranac Lake reports a consistent average low-temperature of 19.9°F (-6.7°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Saranac Lake is 88%.

Rainfall

In Saranac Lake, during March, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 162.6 rainfall days, and 33.46" (850mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Saranac Lake, New York, in March, during 20.2 snowfall days, 12.48" (317mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Saranac Lake, there are 120.5 snowfall days, and 74.72" (1898mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Saranac Lake, New York, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Saranac Lake, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:23 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 Saranac Lake, New York, the average sunshine in March is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. 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: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Saranac Lake in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Saranac Lake, is 33.3°F (0.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Saranac Lake?

The average relative humidity in March in Saranac Lake, New York, is 88%.

How much does it rain in Saranac Lake in March?

In Saranac Lake, in March, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Saranac Lake in March?

In Saranac Lake, during March, snow falls for 20.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 12.48" (317mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Saranac Lake?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Saranac Lake?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:23 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Saranac Lake, New York, is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Saranac Lake?

The months with the lowest UV index in Saranac Lake, New York, are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Saranac Lake?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Saranac Lake is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Saranac Lake, NY

Average temperature in March - Saranac Lake, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 33.3°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 (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 19.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Saranac Lake, NY

Average pressure in March - Saranac Lake, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Saranac Lake, NY

Average wind speed in March - Saranac Lake, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
Saranac Lake, NY

Average humidity in March - Saranac Lake, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Saranac Lake, NY

Average rainfall in March - Saranac Lake, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in March
Saranac Lake, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Saranac Lake, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Saranac Lake, NY

Average snowfall in March - Saranac Lake, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 12.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Saranac Lake, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Saranac Lake, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 20.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (24.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Saranac Lake, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Saranac Lake, 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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Saranac Lake, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Saranac Lake, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 6.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (2.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Saranac Lake, NY

Average UV index in March - Saranac Lake, NY
  • Average UV index in March: 1

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Saranac Lake, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Saranac Lake, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 81).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).

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Average visibility in March
Saranac Lake, NY

Average visibility in March - Saranac Lake, NY
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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