March weather forecast
Richmond Hill, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Richmond Hill, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

Richmond Hill's weather in March presents a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 39.2°F (4°C) in February to a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C). Richmond Hill experiences a consistent average temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C) throughout the nights in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Richmond Hill is 72%.

Rainfall

In Richmond Hill, New York, in March, during 11.1 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Richmond Hill, New York, there are 155.6 rainfall days, and 34.72" (882mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Richmond Hill are January through April, November and December. March is the month with the most snowfall in Richmond Hill. Snow falls for 2.7 days and accumulates 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 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 Richmond Hill, New York, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Richmond Hill?

In Richmond Hill, in March, the average high-temperature is 45.3°F (7.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 35.2°F (1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Richmond Hill?

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March in Richmond Hill?

In March, in Richmond Hill, New York, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout March, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Richmond Hill?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Richmond Hill. Snow falls for 2.7 days and accumulates 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Richmond Hill?

In March, in Richmond Hill, New York, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout March, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Richmond Hill?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Richmond Hill?

On the first day of March in Richmond Hill, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:19 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Richmond Hill, 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 Richmond Hill have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Richmond Hill, New York, is 6.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Richmond Hill?

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

How high is the UV index in March in Richmond Hill?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Richmond Hill is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Richmond Hill, NY

Average temperature in March - Richmond Hill, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Richmond Hill, NY

Average pressure in March - Richmond Hill, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Richmond Hill, NY

Average wind speed in March - Richmond Hill, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Richmond Hill, NY

Average humidity in March - Richmond Hill, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Richmond Hill, NY

Average rainfall in March - Richmond Hill, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in March
Richmond Hill, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Richmond Hill, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Richmond Hill, NY

Average snowfall in March - Richmond Hill, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Richmond Hill, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Richmond Hill, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Richmond Hill, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Richmond Hill, NY
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Richmond Hill, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Richmond Hill, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

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Average UV index in March
Richmond Hill, NY

Average UV index in March - Richmond Hill, 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
Richmond Hill, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Richmond Hill, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in March
Richmond Hill, NY

Average visibility in March - Richmond Hill, 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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