March weather forecastSands Point, NY
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Sands Point, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 45.1°F (7.3°C).Temperature
With the start of March, the average high-temperature marginally shifts from February's icy 38.8°F (3.8°C) to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). In March, Sands Point records an average nighttime temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Sands Point is 72%.Rainfall
In Sands Point, during March, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation. In Sands Point, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.7 days and collects up to 36.69" (932mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Sands Point. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 4.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In March, the average ocean temperature in Sands Point is 40.6°F (4.8°C).Note: When swimming, this condition is immediately life-threatening. Loss of control over breathing occurs instantly, impairing clear thought. It is vital to wear a specialized swimsuit to prevent thermal loss.
Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Sands Point, New York, is 11h and 58min.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 March, sunrise is at 6:38 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
The average sunshine in March in Sands Point 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 in Sands Point. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Sands Point, 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
Sands Point, 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
Sands Point, 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
Sands Point, 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
Sands Point, 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
Sands Point, 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
Sands Point, 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
Sands Point, 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
Sands Point, 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
Sands Point, 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
Sands Point, 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
Sands Point, 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
Sands Point, 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
Sands Point, 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).
