Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average sea temperature in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
As Shelter Island Heights steps into March, the average high-temperature is measured at a chilly 43°F (6.1°C), displaying minor differences from February's 39.6°F (4.2°C). During March, the nighttime temperatures in Shelter Island Heights align closely with the daytime averages, measuring an icy 36.1°F (2.3°C).Humidity
In Shelter Island Heights, New York, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.Rainfall
In Shelter Island Heights, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 154.1 rainfall days, and 34.92" (887mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In Shelter Island Heights, the average seawater temperature in March is 39.7°F (4.3°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
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Shelter Island Heights, New York, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:13 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 March, the average sunshine in Shelter Island Heights, New York, is 6.1h.UV index
January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Shelter Island Heights. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: During March, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in Shelter Island Heights in March?
What is the average humidity in March in Shelter Island Heights?
How much does it rain in Shelter Island Heights in March?
When does it snow the most in Shelter Island Heights?
What is the last month it snows in Shelter Island Heights?
How cold is the water in March in Shelter Island Heights?
What is the average length of the day in March in Shelter Island Heights?
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Shelter Island Heights?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Shelter Island Heights?
How many hours of sunshine does Shelter Island Heights have in March?
When is the lowest UV index in Shelter Island Heights?
What is the UV index intensity in March in Shelter Island Heights?
Average temperature in March
Shelter Island Heights, NY
- Average high temperature in March: 43°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 36.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Shelter Island Heights, NY
- Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Shelter Island Heights, NY
- Average wind speed in March: 15.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.4mph).
Average humidity in March
Shelter Island Heights, NY
- Average humidity in March: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).
Average rainfall in March
Shelter Island Heights, NY
- Average rainfall in March: 3.19"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").
Average rainfall days in March
Shelter Island Heights, NY
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in March
Shelter Island Heights, NY
- Average snowfall in March: 2.36"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Shelter Island Heights, NY
- Average snowfall days in March: 3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Shelter Island Heights, NY
- Average sea temperature in March: 39.8°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.8°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Shelter Island Heights, 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 1min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Shelter Island Heights, NY
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Shelter Island Heights, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Shelter Island Heights, NY
- Average cloud cover in March: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in March
Shelter Island Heights, 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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