Amherst weather in March (New York State, United States of America)
How is the weather in Amherst in March? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.
In March, Amherst typically experiences low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 6°C, while night temperatures can drop to -3°C.
Amherst in March usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 69 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 12 days of the month will see snow/rainfall.
The area enjoys a balanced 165 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Amherst. May, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Amherst climate page with graphs.
Amherst, monthly averages in March
Min Temperature
-3°C
Max Temperature
6°C
Chance of Rain
41%
Precipitation
69 mm
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
73% *
Sunshine
165 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
45% *
Where to go in the United States of America in March
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in March and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Amherst in March?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in March.
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