March weather forecast
Old Forge, NY

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Weather in March

March signals the retreat of winter as Old Forge experiences a gradual rise in temperature. The snow on the ground starts to thaw, and the number of snowfall days decrease notably, changing cityscapes as the white blanket slowly disappears. While 18.8 days of snowfall are expected this month compared to 21.9 in February, rainfall starts to increase, pointing to a transition from solid to liquid precipitation. As spring approaches, these climatic changes pave the way for brighter and warmer days ahead. The winds also start to lose their sting, hinting at milder weather conditions to come.

Temperature

The shift from February to March introduces a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C) to an icy 34.2°F (1.2°C). An average low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) is recorded during the nights in March in Old Forge.

Humidity

In Old Forge, the average relative humidity in March is 86%.

Rainfall

In Old Forge, during March, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 163 rainfall days, and 40.63" (1032mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Old Forge, New York. In March, in Old Forge, it is snowing for 18.8 days. Throughout March, 12.8" (325mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 114.2 snowfall days, and 82.4" (2093mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Old Forge, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:25 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 is 4.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Old Forge in March?

The high-temperature in Old Forge during March is 34.2°F (1.2°C) and the low-temperature is 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Old Forge?

In March, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How many days does it rain in March in Old Forge?

In Old Forge, in March, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Old Forge?

In Old Forge, during March, snow falls for 18.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 12.8" (325mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Old Forge have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Old Forge?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Old Forge, New York, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:25 pm EDT.

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

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 Old Forge?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Old Forge?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Old Forge, NY

Average temperature in March - Old Forge, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 34.2°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 (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Old Forge, NY

Average pressure in March - Old Forge, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Old Forge, NY

Average wind speed in March - Old Forge, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Old Forge, NY

Average humidity in March - Old Forge, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

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Average rainfall in March
Old Forge, NY

Average rainfall in March - Old Forge, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

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Average rainfall days in March
Old Forge, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Old Forge, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Old Forge, NY

Average snowfall in March - Old Forge, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 12.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (15.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Old Forge, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Old Forge, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 18.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (21.9 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
Old Forge, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Old Forge, NY
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Old Forge, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Old Forge, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 7.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Old Forge, NY

Average UV index in March - Old Forge, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Old Forge, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Old Forge, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 81).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 42).

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Average visibility in March
Old Forge, NY

Average visibility in March - Old Forge, NY
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

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

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