Early spring · Weather & things to do
Keuka Lake in March
Keuka Lake warms up: highs climb to 42°F (6°C), from 33°F in February, with lows of 25°F (-4°C) and about 2.6 in (67 mm) of rain or snow.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 46/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 42°F (6°C)
- Avg low
- 25°F (-4°C)
- Rain or snow
- 2.6 in (67 mm)
- Humidity
- 84%
- Cloud cover
- 72%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 39 min
- Comfort score
- 46/100 · Fair
What March feels like
Cool days top out near 42°F (6°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
Nights drop below freezing, with an average low of 25°F (-4°C), so expect frost and ice.
About 2.6 in (67 mm) of rain or snow falls in the month, and with lows well below freezing, much of it may come as snow.
Plan around March
March sits mid-table; the best months are May & June and August & September.
- Last month with freezing nights on average; by April, lows rise to 35°F.
- Comfort improves from 43/100 in February to 46/100.
- Our Finger Lakes Wine Trail route recommends May – Oct, so March falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for March
- Insulated jackethighs only 42°F
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 25°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Waterproof outer layerabout 2.6 in of rain or snow
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Keuka Lake in March
Weather can go either way, so the picks below mix open-air spots with indoor backups.
Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery
Founding vinifera winery of the Finger Lakes, with Riesling and Rkatsiteli above the lake.
Crooked Lake Ice Cream Co.
Old-fashioned soda fountain and diner on the Hammondsport village square.
Glenn H. Curtiss Museum
Aviation and motorcycle museum for the Hammondsport pioneer who rivaled the Wright brothers.
Why now Our curated notes list it for "rainy day", which suits a wetter month.
Village Tavern Restaurant & Inn
Hammondsport square restaurant with a long list of Finger Lakes wines by the glass.
Keuka Outlet Trail
7-mile rail-trail from Penn Yan to Seneca Lake past old mill ruins and waterfalls.
Nearby in March
- Seneca Lake in March~21 mi · highs 41°F, 2.6 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Ithaca in March~34 mi · highs 43°F, 2.9 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Prince Edward County in March~97 mi · highs 38°F, 2.2 in rain or snow · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Niagara Falls & Niagara-on-the-Lake in March~107 mi · highs 40°F, 2.3 in rain or snow · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Keuka Lake in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Keuka Lake?
It's middling, scoring 46/100. The best months are May & June and August & September, at up to 85. Expect highs of 42°F (6°C) and 2.6 in (67 mm) of rain or snow. Our Finger Lakes Wine Trail route recommends May – Oct, so March is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Keuka Lake in March?
Average highs are 42°F (6°C) and average lows 25°F (-4°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Keuka Lake in March?
Some: about 2.6 in (67 mm) of rain or snow falls across March on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 38.5 in (978 mm).
What should I pack for Keuka Lake in March?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 42°F), hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 25°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days), waterproof outer layer (about 2.6 in of rain or snow) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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Planning Keuka Lake in March?
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