Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
As West Plattsburgh welcomes March, the average high-temperature displays a subtle shift, adjusting from a subzero cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C) in February to a wintry 36.3°F (2.4°C). The temperature lowers to an average of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) during March nights.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in West Plattsburgh, New York, is 83%.Rainfall
In West Plattsburgh, New York, during March, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in West Plattsburgh, there are 162.6 rainfall days, and 27.6" (701mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In West Plattsburgh, during March, snow falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.43" (138mm) of snow. In West Plattsburgh, during the entire year, snow falls for 78.2 days and aggregates up to 37.13" (943mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in West Plattsburgh is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 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
The average sunshine in March in West Plattsburgh, New York, is 5.1h.UV index
In West Plattsburgh, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in March suggests the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is March in West Plattsburgh?
What is the average humidity in March in West Plattsburgh?
How many days does it rain in March in West Plattsburgh?
How many days does it snow in March in West Plattsburgh?
What is the average length of the day in March in West Plattsburgh?
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in West Plattsburgh?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in West Plattsburgh?
How long on average sun shines in March in West Plattsburgh?
How high is the UV index in March in West Plattsburgh?
Average temperature in March
West Plattsburgh, NY
- Average high temperature in March: 36.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 22.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).
Average pressure in March
West Plattsburgh, 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).
Average wind speed in March
West Plattsburgh, NY
- Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).
Average humidity in March
West Plattsburgh, NY
- Average humidity in March: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (75%).
Average rainfall in March
West Plattsburgh, NY
- Average rainfall in March: 1.97"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.73").
Average rainfall days in March
West Plattsburgh, NY
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
West Plattsburgh, NY
- Average snowfall in March: 5.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (10").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
West Plattsburgh, NY
- Average snowfall days in March: 12.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
West Plattsburgh, 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: 5h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
West Plattsburgh, NY
- Average sunshine days in March: 10 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.6 days).
Average UV index in March
West Plattsburgh, NY
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
West Plattsburgh, NY
- Average cloud cover in March: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
West Plattsburgh, NY
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).
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