How common are rainy March days in Albany?

In Albany, NY, you can generally expect 11 to 12 days of measurable precipitation during the month of March. Because March is a transitional month, this precipitation often starts as snow or a mix early in the month and shifts toward rain as temperatures rise. 

Precipitation Frequency & Type

• Daily Chance: There is approximately a 25% to 32% chance of precipitation on any given day in March.
• Shifting Patterns:
  • Early March: Higher likelihood of snow (6%) or mixed rain and snow (5%).
  • Late March: The chance of “rain only” days increases from 14% at the start of the month to 24% by the end.
• Measurable Days: On average, 12 days see measurable precipitation, though some historical months (like March 2024) have seen up to 19 days when including “trace” amounts. 

Rainfall Totals

• Average Rainfall: Typically around 3.09 to 3.3 inches for the month.
• Recent Extremes: March can vary wildly; for instance, March 2024 was the third wettest on record with 6.34 inches of total precipitation.