March weather forecast
Scotia, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Scotia, is a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and max 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Temperature

Scotia's March weather brings a rise in high-temperatures, moving from a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) in February to a cold 40.6°F (4.8°C). An average nighttime temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) is recorded during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Scotia, during March, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. In Scotia, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.4 days and collects up to 25.75" (654mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Scotia, in March, during 6.8 snowfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Scotia, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.5 days and aggregates up to 22.56" (573mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Scotia, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:21 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 March, the average sunshine in Scotia is 5.7h.

UV index

In Scotia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March leads to these instructions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Scotia?

The high-temperature in Scotia, New York, during March is 40.6°F (4.8°C) and the low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Scotia?

The average relative humidity in March in Scotia is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Scotia?

In Scotia, in March, during 10.9 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Scotia in March?

In Scotia, New York, during March, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Scotia have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Scotia?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:21 pm EDT.

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

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

In Scotia, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Scotia?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Scotia, NY

Average temperature in March - Scotia, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.7°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 (16.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Scotia, NY

Average pressure in March - Scotia, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Scotia, NY

Average wind speed in March - Scotia, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Scotia, NY

Average humidity in March - Scotia, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Scotia, NY

Average rainfall in March - Scotia, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in March
Scotia, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Scotia, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Scotia, NY

Average snowfall in March - Scotia, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Scotia, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Scotia, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 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
Scotia, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Scotia, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Scotia, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Scotia, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Scotia, NY

Average UV index in March - Scotia, NY
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Scotia, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Scotia, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in March
Scotia, NY

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

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

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