March weather forecast
Stafford, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Stafford, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.6°F (4.8°C) and min 26.6°F (-3°C).

Temperature

Stafford's transition into March sees a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) in February to an icy 40.6°F (4.8°C). Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C) is experienced.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 8.7 days. Throughout March, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Stafford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.4 days and collects up to 16.57" (421mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Stafford are January through May, October through December. In Stafford, in March, during 9.5 snowfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Stafford, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.1 days and aggregates up to 17.01" (432mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Stafford, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:37 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 Stafford is 4.7h.

UV index

In Stafford, the average daily maximum UV index in March 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, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Stafford?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Stafford, is 40.6°F (4.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 26.6°F (-3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Stafford?

In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in Stafford in March?

In Stafford, during March, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Stafford in March?

In Stafford, in March, snow falls for 9.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Stafford?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:37 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Stafford is 4.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Stafford?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

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Average pressure in March
Stafford, NY

Average pressure in March - Stafford, 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 (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Stafford, NY

Average wind speed in March - Stafford, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Stafford, NY

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

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

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Average rainfall in March
Stafford, NY

Average rainfall in March - Stafford, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

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Average rainfall days in March
Stafford, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Stafford, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Stafford, NY

Average snowfall in March - Stafford, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Stafford, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Stafford, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.3 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
Stafford, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Stafford, 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: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Stafford, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Stafford, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11 days).

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Average UV index in March
Stafford, NY

Average UV index in March - Stafford, 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, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Stafford, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Stafford, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in March
Stafford, NY

Average visibility in March - Stafford, 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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