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Amherst weather in March (New York State, United States of America)

Curious about the climate in Amherst this March? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

In March, the weather in Amherst generally includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 6°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately -3°C.

Precipitation

Amherst in March usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 69 mm for the month. As the driest month, you can expect little to no rain. This makes it perfect for outdoor events and activities. Enjoy the freedom from wet weather. This month experiences about 12 days of snow/rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 165 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

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 TemperatureMin Temperature -3°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 6°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 41%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 69 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 73% *  
SunshineSunshine 165 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 45% *  
Data from: Buffalo, the United States of America (12 KM, 7 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in March

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

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.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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