March weather forecast
Plainview, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Plainview, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36°F (2.2°C) and 44.6°F (7°C).

Temperature

March's weather records an average high-temperature of a frosty 44.6°F (7°C), showing little deviation from February. Throughout March, Plainview records a steady low-temperature average of 36°F (2.2°C), a minor decrease from its daytime counterpart.

Humidity

In Plainview, New York, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In Plainview, in March, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 103.6 rainfall days, and 7.83" (199mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Plainview. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 2.9 days and typically aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Plainview, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 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 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 Plainview. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Plainview in March?

During March, Plainview experiences an average high-temperature of 44.6°F (7°C) and a low-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Plainview?

In March, the average relative humidity in Plainview, New York, is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March in Plainview?

In Plainview, New York, in March, during 7.8 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Plainview?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Plainview. Snow falls for 2.9 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the last month it snows in Plainview?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Plainview. During 2.9 snowfall days, in March, Plainview aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Plainview?

In March, 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:18 pm EDT.

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

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 Plainview have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Plainview is 6.5h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Plainview?

In Plainview, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Plainview, NY

Average temperature in March - Plainview, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Plainview, NY

Average pressure in March - Plainview, 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Plainview, NY

Average wind speed in March - Plainview, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Plainview, NY

Average humidity in March - Plainview, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Plainview, NY

Average rainfall in March - Plainview, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in March
Plainview, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Plainview, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Plainview, NY

Average snowfall in March - Plainview, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.43").
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
Plainview, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 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
Plainview, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Plainview, 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 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 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Plainview, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Plainview, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Plainview, NY

Average UV index in March - Plainview, 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
Plainview, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Plainview, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in March
Plainview, NY

Average visibility in March - Plainview, 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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