March weather forecast
Port Jefferson, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Port Jefferson, New York, with an average temperature varying between 43.9°F (6.6°C) and 36°F (2.2°C).

Temperature

Port Jefferson sees the arrival of March with an average high-temperature of a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C), indicating a subtle variation from February. Port Jefferson observes a minimal variance in temperature, with a consistent average low of 36°F (2.2°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Port Jefferson, in March, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.8 rainfall days, and 33.78" (858mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 2.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Port Jefferson, the average seawater temperature in March is 40.5°F (4.7°C).
Note: In the realm of swimming, this is an immediate threat to life. Total loss of control over breathing happens instantly, complicating clear thought processes. The necessity of a specialized swimsuit to restrict thermal loss is paramount.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Port Jefferson is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Port Jefferson, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:16 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 Port Jefferson is 6.3h.

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 vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. 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 March in Port Jefferson?

March temperatures in Port Jefferson vary between a high-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C) and a low-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Port Jefferson?

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How much does it rain in Port Jefferson in March?

In Port Jefferson, New York, in March, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Port Jefferson?

The month with the most snowfall in Port Jefferson, New York, is March, when snow falls for 2.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

What is the last month it snows in Port Jefferson?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Port Jefferson, New York. During 2.3 snowfall days, in March, Port Jefferson aggregates 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in March in Port Jefferson?

In Port Jefferson, New York, the average seawater temperature in March is 40.5°F (4.7°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.

How many hours of daylight does Port Jefferson have in March?

In March, the average day length in Port Jefferson, New York, is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Port Jefferson?

On the first day of March in Port Jefferson, New York, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:16 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Port Jefferson, New York, 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 Port Jefferson?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Port Jefferson?

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Port Jefferson?

In Port Jefferson, 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
Port Jefferson, NY

Average temperature in March - Port Jefferson, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Port Jefferson, NY

Average pressure in March - Port Jefferson, 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
Port Jefferson, NY

Average wind speed in March - Port Jefferson, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Port Jefferson, NY

Average humidity in March - Port Jefferson, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Port Jefferson, NY

Average rainfall in March - Port Jefferson, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in March
Port Jefferson, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Port Jefferson, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Port Jefferson, NY

Average snowfall in March - Port Jefferson, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Port Jefferson, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Port Jefferson, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Port Jefferson, NY

Average sea temperature in March - Port Jefferson, NY
  • Average sea temperature in March: 40.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.7°F).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Port Jefferson, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Port Jefferson, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Port Jefferson, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Port Jefferson, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13 days).

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Average UV index in March
Port Jefferson, NY

Average UV index in March - Port Jefferson, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Port Jefferson, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Port Jefferson, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in March
Port Jefferson, NY

Average visibility in March - Port Jefferson, 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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