March weather forecastPeekskill, NY
March
Weather in March
The significant warming trend in March highlights the transition from winter to spring in Peekskill. With temperatures rising to a comfortable 45.3°F (7.4°C), the city says goodbye to the freezing winter weather. An uptick in climatological factors, including daylight hours which increase to 12, indicates March's gradual shift towards spring. Snowfall also decreases significantly, and last vestiges could be seen 3.39" (86mm) from the previous snowy period. With the conclusion of March, the city anticipates the milder weather patterns of April.Temperature
March introduces a minor temperature shift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from February's wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C) to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C). Peekskill, during the nights of March, experiences an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 30.2°F (-1°C).Humidity
In Peekskill, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.4 rainfall days, and 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.8 days and accumulates 3.39" (86mm) of snow.Daylight
In Peekskill, 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 5:46 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:20 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 in Peekskill is 6.2h.UV index
January through March, November 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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Peekskill, NY
- Average high temperature in March: 45.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 30.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).
Average pressure in March
Peekskill, NY
- Average pressure in March: 30.06"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
Peekskill, NY
- Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in March
Peekskill, NY
- Average humidity in March: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).
Average rainfall in March
Peekskill, NY
- Average rainfall in March: 2.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.81").
Average rainfall days in March
Peekskill, NY
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Peekskill, NY
- Average snowfall in March: 3.39"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Peekskill, NY
- Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Peekskill, NY
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Peekskill, NY
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).
Average UV index in March
Peekskill, NY
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Peekskill, NY
- Average cloud cover in March: 48
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in March
Peekskill, NY
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and May (5mi).
