Albany in March
March is right in the heart of autumn for Albany, and the weather has a definite personality this time of year.
Expect the mercury to hit around 23.3 degrees during the day and settle at 15.5 degrees after dark. The temperature stays pretty consistent through the day. Comfortable during the day, with evenings that invite a light layer.
March is 3.0 degrees warmer than the yearly average here.
Rainfall in March averages 13mm over about 4 days. That means roughly a 13% chance of rain on any given day, so you can leave the umbrella at the hotel.
Solar exposure averages 16.4 MJ/m2 per day in March, with UV levels in the very high range. You'll want SPF 50+ and a decent hat.
March earns a 10.0/10 on our Comfort Score. This is prime time.
For your suitcase: a mix of short and long sleeves, and serious sun protection.
Scroll down for the detailed climate data, or explore what nearby cities are like in March.
March at a Glance
Temperature Range
Daily temperature range in March. The bar shows the typical spread between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
What to Pack
- Comfortable casual wear suitable for warm days
- Sunscreen (SPF 30+) and sunglasses for UV protection
Coming From Overseas?
How March in Albany stacks up against major cities around the world.
About 11 degrees warmer and considerably drier.
About 13 degrees warmer and considerably drier.
About 9 degrees warmer and considerably drier.
How March Compares
Albany's monthly climate at a glance. March is highlighted.
| Month | Max | Min | Rain | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 22.7 | 16.0 | 32mm | 9.9 |
| Feb | 25.1 | 16.7 | 7mm | 10.0 |
| Mar | 23.3 | 15.5 | 13mm | 10.0 |
| Apr | 21.4 | 13.7 | 14mm | 8.4 |
| May | 20.5 | 12.6 | 72mm | 6.5 |
| Jun | 16.9 | 10.2 | 60mm | 3.8 |
| Jul | 16.6 | 9.9 | 65mm | 3.4 |
| Aug | 17.3 | 10.3 | 79mm | 4.1 |
| Sep | 17.1 | 9.9 | 35mm | 4.4 |
| Oct | 20.4 | 11.4 | 35mm | 8.1 |
| Nov | 20.2 | 12.2 | 35mm | 8.1 |
| Dec | 22.2 | 14.2 | 11mm | 9.9 |