March weather forecast
Merrick, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Merrick, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

The shift into March finds Merrick at an average high-temperature of a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C), closely comparable to February's conditions. In Merrick, nights during March observe an average temperature decrease to a cold 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Merrick, New York, is 73%.

Rainfall

In Merrick, in March, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 159.2 rainfall days, and 37.17" (944mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 2.9 days and typically aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Merrick, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:18 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 in Merrick 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 in Merrick. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Merrick in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Merrick, is 44.2°F (6.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 36.7°F (2.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Merrick?

The average relative humidity in March in Merrick, New York, is 73%.

How much does it rain in Merrick in March?

In March, in Merrick, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout March, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Merrick?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 2.9 days and typically aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Merrick in March?

In Merrick, New York, in March, during 2.9 snowfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Merrick?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Merrick?

On the first day of March in Merrick, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:18 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Merrick?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Merrick, 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 Merrick?

The average sunshine duration in March in Merrick, New York, is 6.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Merrick?

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Merrick?

In Merrick, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Merrick, NY

Average temperature in March - Merrick, 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 (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Merrick, NY

Average pressure in March - Merrick, 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
Merrick, NY

Average wind speed in March - Merrick, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
Merrick, NY

Average humidity in March - Merrick, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Merrick, NY

Average rainfall in March - Merrick, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in March
Merrick, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Merrick, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Merrick, NY

Average snowfall in March - Merrick, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Merrick, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Merrick, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.9 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Merrick, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Merrick, 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 3min

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
Merrick, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Merrick, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Merrick, NY

Average UV index in March - Merrick, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Merrick, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Merrick, 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).

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Average visibility in March
Merrick, NY

Average visibility in March - Merrick, 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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