March weather forecastPlandome, NY

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Plandome, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and an average high of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

March's arrival brings a modest temperature shift, moving from a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C) in February to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). Throughout the month of March, Plandome reports a steady low-temperature average of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Plandome is 72%.

Rainfall

In Plandome, during March, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation. In Plandome, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.7 days and collects up to 36.69" (932mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Plandome are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall in Plandome is March, when snow falls for 4.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Plandome, in March, the average water temperature is 40.6°F (4.8°C).
Note: During the act of swimming, this is a direct threat to life. Breathing becomes erratic and cognitive abilities decline rapidly. The importance of a specialized swimsuit to minimize thermal loss is paramount.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Plandome, New York, is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST. On the last day of the month, 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

The average sunshine in March in Plandome is 6.5h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in March translates into this advice:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Plandome in March has an average high-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

In Plandome, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

In Plandome, in March, during 13.8 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

March is the month with the most snowfall in Plandome. Snow falls for 4.7 days and accumulates 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

In Plandome, New York, in March, during 4.7 snowfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

In March, the average ocean temperature in Plandome, New York, is 40.6°F (4.8°C). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

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

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Plandome, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:18 pm EDT.

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Plandome, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

In Plandome, New York, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

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

In Plandome, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

38.8°F

45.1°F

56.1°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

10.7mph

10.1mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

4.7

0.3

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

13.3

13.6

12.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

47%

44%

Average visibility

6mi

Average temperature in March
Plandome, NY

Average high temperature in March: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

Average low temperature in March: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Plandome, 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
Plandome, NY

Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Plandome, 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
Plandome, NY

Average rainfall in March: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.36").

Average rainfall days in March
Plandome, NY

Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Plandome, NY

Average snowfall in March: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Plandome, NY

Average snowfall days in March: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Plandome, NY

Average sea temperature in March: 40.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.9°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Plandome, 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 30min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Plandome, NY

Average sunshine days in March: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Plandome, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Plandome, NY

Average cloud cover in March: 47

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 29).

Average visibility in March
Plandome, 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).