March weather forecastUtica, NY

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March

Weather in March

Spring announces its arrival in Utica with the mild weather conditions of March. Weather patterns noticeably shift from winter, with the drop in snowfall to 7.05 in inches indicating a marked transition from the winter season. Cold temperatures of the previous months begin to relent, offering gentle signs of spring's tranquility. The city enjoys increased sunshine hours, which, coupled with more daylight and less cloud cover, contributes to a visible lift in spirits among the residents. All in all, March is a pivotal month where Utica transitions from the harsh winter to the mild, tranquil set of spring.

Temperature

The shift into March in Utica brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C) in February to a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C). Utica's temperature in March lowers to a consistent average of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In Utica, New York, the average relative humidity in March is 85%.

Rainfall

In Utica, during March, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. In Utica, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.3 days and collects up to 38.9" (988mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Utica are January through May, October through December. In March, in Utica, New York, it is snowing for 14.9 days. Throughout March, 7.05" (179mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 90 snowfall days, and 47.6" (1209mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Utica, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:26 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 Utica, New York, is 4.7h.

UV index

In Utica, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.

Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in March, in Utica, records 37.9°F (3.3°C), while the low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

In March, the average relative humidity is 85%.

In Utica, in March, during 13.3 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Utica, New York, during March, snow falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.05" (179mm) of snow.

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

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:26 pm EDT.

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Utica, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

The average sunshine duration in March is 4.7h.

In Utica, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

28.8°F

37.9°F

51.3°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

10.2mph

9.8mph

9.9mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

4.4

7.7

8.9

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Utica, NY

Average high temperature in March: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.4°F).

Average low temperature in March: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Utica, NY

Average pressure in March: 30.06"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
Utica, NY

Average wind speed in March: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Utica, NY

Average humidity in March: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Utica, NY

Average rainfall in March: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.6").

Average rainfall days in March
Utica, NY

Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Utica, NY

Average snowfall in March: 7.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.22").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Utica, NY

Average snowfall days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Utica, 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 42min

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).

Average sunshine days in March
Utica, NY

Average sunshine days in March: 7.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Utica, 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 January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Utica, NY

Average cloud cover in March: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March
Utica, NY

Average visibility in March: 5mi

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