March weather forecast
Long Island City, NY

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Weather in March

The advent of spring in March brings an evident change in weather, with temperatures beginning to rise slightly compared to previous months. With highs of 46°F (7.8°C) and lows dipping down to 34.9°F (1.6°C), the month is noted for its cool spring climate. On an uplifting note, daylight hours start to lengthen, fostering a warmer atmosphere and reducing the bite of winter. Rainfall becomes more frequent, adding to the freshness of blossoming surroundings. The changing weather conditions in March are accompanied by a mild breeze that further enhances the spring experience.

Temperature

March brings a slight rise in Long Island City's average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 39.4°F (4.1°C) in February to a frosty 46°F (7.8°C). An average low-temperature of 34.9°F (1.6°C) is recorded during the nights in March.

Humidity

In Long Island City, New York, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 7.6 days. Throughout March, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Long Island City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.8 days and collects up to 6.73" (171mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Long Island City. The months with the most snowfall in Long Island City are February, March and December, with an average 0.16" (4mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In Long Island City, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:19 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

In Long Island City, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Long Island City are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Long Island City in March?

In March, in Long Island City, the average high-temperature is 46°F (7.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 34.9°F (1.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Long Island City?

The average relative humidity in March in Long Island City is 72%.

How much does it rain in Long Island City in March?

In Long Island City, New York, in March, it is raining for 7.6 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Long Island City?

The months with the most snowfall are February, March and December, with an average 0.16" (4mm) of accumulated snow.

What is the last month it snows in Long Island City?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Long Island City, New York. During 1.9 snowfall days, in March, Long Island City aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Long Island City?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Long Island City?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Long Island City, New York, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:19 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Long Island City?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Long Island City, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Long Island City?

In Long Island City, New York, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Long Island City?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in March in Long Island City?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Long Island City is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Long Island City, NY

Average temperature in March - Long Island City, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Long Island City, NY

Average pressure in March - Long Island City, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Long Island City, NY

Average wind speed in March - Long Island City, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Long Island City, NY

Average humidity in March - Long Island City, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
Long Island City, NY

Average rainfall in March - Long Island City, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.75").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

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Average rainfall days in March
Long Island City, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Long Island City, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (9.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Long Island City, NY

Average snowfall in March - Long Island City, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.16"

The months with the highest snowfall are February, March and December (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Long Island City, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Long Island City, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.9 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Long Island City, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Long Island City, 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 2min

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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Long Island City, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Long Island City, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 21.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (24 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Long Island City, NY

Average UV index in March - Long Island City, NY
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Long Island City, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Long Island City, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in March
Long Island City, NY

Average visibility in March - Long Island City, 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).

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