March weather forecast
Long Island City, NY

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March

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

The start of March in Long Island City signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 39.4°F (4.1°C) in February to a chilly 46°F (7.8°C). March nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a cold 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Long Island City, during March, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation. 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

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST. On the last day of the month, 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index 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 maximum UV index of 2 during March leads to these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?
In Long Island City, in March, 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?
The average relative humidity in March is 72%.
How many days does it rain in March?
In Long Island City, during March, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.
When does it snow the most?
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?
March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.9 snowfall days, in March, Long Island City aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Long Island City have in March?
The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.
When are sunrise and sunset in March?
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:19 pm EDT.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?
On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.
How many hours of sunshine does Long Island City have in March?
In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Long Island City.
How high is the UV index in March?
In Long Island City, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Feb
March
Apr
Average high temperature
39.4°F
46°F
56.7°F
Average low temperature
28.4°F
34.9°F
44.2°F
Average pressure
30.03"Hg
30.05"Hg
29.98"Hg
Average wind speed
10.3mph
10.1mph
9.4mph
Average max. wind speed
10.9mph
10.7mph
10.1mph
Average wind speed gusts
15.6mph
15.2mph
14.7mph
Average humidity
75%
72%
71%
Average rainfall
0.39"
0.43"
0.59"
Average rainfall days
5.9
7.6
9.8
Average snowfall
0.16"
0.16"
0"
Average snowfall days
2.6
1.9
0.1
Average daylight
10h 4min
12h 0min
13h 2min
Average sunshine
4h 5min
6h 2min
8h 3min
Average sunshine days
20.8
21.5
18.5
Average UV index
2
2
4
Average cloud cover
47%
47%
44%
Average visibility
6mi
6mi
6mi
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).

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).

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).

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%).

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").

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).

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").

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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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