March weather forecastNassau, NY

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also an icy month in Nassau, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41°F (5°C) and an average low of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of March brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a wintry 32°F (0°C) in February to a still icy 41°F (5°C). Nassau's nights in March experience an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Humidity

In Nassau, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Nassau, in March, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.6 rainfall days, and 28.78" (731mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Nassau. In March, in Nassau, it is snowing for 7 days. Throughout March, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 41.1 snowfall days, and 18.9" (480mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 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 Nassau, the average sunshine in March is 5.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During March, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.

Frequently asked questions

During March, Nassau experiences an average high-temperature of 41°F (5°C) and a low-temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

In Nassau, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

In Nassau, in March, during 11 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Nassau, in March, snow falls for 7 days, with typically accumulated 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:19 pm EDT.

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.

In Nassau, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.6h.

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

  • Average high temperature in March: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Nassau, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Nassau, NY

  • Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Nassau, NY

  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Nassau, NY

  • Average rainfall in March: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.61").

Average rainfall days in March
Nassau, NY

  • Average rainfall days in March: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Nassau, NY

  • Average snowfall in March: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Nassau, NY

  • Average snowfall days in March: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sunshine in March
Nassau, NY

  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 36min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Nassau, NY

  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Nassau, NY

  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Nassau, NY

  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Nassau, NY

  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, July, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, August, September and October (5mi).