March weather forecastIslip, NY
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Islip, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C).Temperature
Islip transitions into March recording an average high-temperature of a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C), closely aligning with the preceding month's temperature. The temperature during March sees a subtle transition from day to night, averaging a low of 36.1°F (2.3°C).Humidity
In Islip, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.Rainfall
In Islip, in March, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Islip, there are 153.2 rainfall days, and 34.45" (875mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, October through December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.6 days and accumulates 1.97" (50mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In Islip, in March, the average water temperature is 40.5°F (4.7°C).Note: In the water-based sport of swimming, this state is life-threatening and exceedingly dangerous. The freezing water causes severe discomfort, leading to rapid hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is compulsory to avert thermal damage.
Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Islip, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:16 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in March is 6.5h.UV index
January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Islip, NY
- Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 36.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).
Average pressure in March
Islip, NY
- Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Islip, NY
- Average wind speed in March: 12.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Islip, NY
- Average humidity in March: 72%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Islip, NY
- Average rainfall in March: 2.56"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").
Average rainfall days in March
Islip, NY
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Islip, NY
- Average snowfall in March: 1.97"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Islip, NY
- Average snowfall days in March: 2.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Islip, NY
- Average sea temperature in March: 40.4°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.7°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Islip, NY
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Islip, NY
- Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Islip, NY
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Islip, NY
- Average cloud cover in March: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in March
Islip, NY
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
