March weather forecast
Watertown, NY

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Weather in March

With the onset of March, the snowy grip of February gradually eases. Notable is a sharp decrease in snowfall to 5.87" (149mm), signalling the retreat of the long winter. March offers brighter days and increased visibility as the city emerges from the winter's frosty cloak. Winds become milder, and the days begin to feel subtly warmer. Despite the thawing of the ice, the weather can still be erratically cold, rendering the late winter period unpredictable.

Temperature

March brings a rise in Watertown's average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 28°F (-2.2°C) in February to an icy 37°F (2.8°C). March's nights in Watertown observe an average temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Watertown, New York, during March, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 163.9 rainfall days, and 33.19" (843mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Watertown are January through May, October through December. In Watertown, New York, in March, during 14.7 snowfall days, 5.87" (149mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Watertown, during the entire year, snow falls for 84.4 days and aggregates up to 43.58" (1107mm) 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 6:39 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Watertown, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:29 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 Watertown, the average sunshine in March is 4.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Watertown is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March leads to these instructions:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Watertown?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Watertown, New York, during March are 37°F (2.8°C) and 25.2°F (-3.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Watertown?

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

How much does it rain in Watertown in March?

In March, in Watertown, New York, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout March, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Watertown?

In Watertown, New York, in March, snow falls for 14.7 days, with typically accumulated 5.87" (149mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in March in Watertown is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Watertown?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Watertown, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Watertown have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 4.6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Watertown?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Watertown, New York, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Watertown, NY

Average temperature in March - Watertown, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Watertown, NY

Average pressure in March - Watertown, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"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
Watertown, NY

Average wind speed in March - Watertown, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Watertown, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and September (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Watertown, NY

Average rainfall in March - Watertown, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in March
Watertown, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Watertown, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Watertown, NY

Average snowfall in March - Watertown, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (10.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Watertown, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Watertown, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Watertown, NY

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Watertown, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Watertown, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Watertown, NY

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

Average cloud cover in March
Watertown, NY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Watertown, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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