March weather forecastSentinel Heights, NY
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Sentinel Heights, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and an average high of 38.8°F (3.8°C).Temperature
March sees a marginal temperature increase, moving from a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) in February to an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C). An average nighttime temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) is witnessed throughout March.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 83%.Rainfall
In March, in Sentinel Heights, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout March, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sentinel Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.8 days and collects up to 25" (635mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Sentinel Heights, in March, during 9.8 snowfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 66.5 snowfall days, and 22.87" (581mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Sentinel Heights is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March in Sentinel Heights, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:30 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 Sentinel Heights, the average sunshine in March is 4.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Sentinel Heights, NY
- Average high temperature in March: 38.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 25.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Sentinel Heights, NY
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Sentinel Heights, NY
- Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.1mph).
Average humidity in March
Sentinel Heights, NY
- Average humidity in March: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (78%).
Average rainfall in March
Sentinel Heights, NY
- Average rainfall in March: 1.69"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.42").
Average rainfall days in March
Sentinel Heights, NY
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Sentinel Heights, NY
- Average snowfall in March: 2.91"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Sentinel Heights, NY
- Average snowfall days in March: 9.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sentinel Heights, NY
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in March: 4h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Sentinel Heights, NY
- Average sunshine days in March: 11.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).
Average UV index in March
Sentinel Heights, NY
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Sentinel Heights, NY
- Average cloud cover in March: 65
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in March
Sentinel Heights, NY
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).
