March weather forecast
South Hempstead, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in South Hempstead, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 36.1°F (2.3°C) and max 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

As South Hempstead steps into March, the average high-temperature holds at a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C), hinting at a minor fluctuation from the prior month. A slight dip in temperature to a cold 36.1°F (2.3°C) marks the average nights during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In South Hempstead, in March, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. In South Hempstead, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.1 days and collects up to 8.66" (220mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall in South Hempstead. March is the last month it regularly snows in South Hempstead. During 3.3 snowfall days, in March, South Hempstead aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in South Hempstead, there are 14.1 snowfall days, and 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:18 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 is 6.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in South Hempstead, New York, are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in March translates into this advice:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in South Hempstead?

During March, South Hempstead experiences an average high-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C) and a low-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in South Hempstead?

In South Hempstead, New York, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How much does it rain in South Hempstead in March?

In South Hempstead, New York, in March, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in South Hempstead?

March is the last month it regularly snows in South Hempstead, New York. During 3.3 snowfall days, in March, South Hempstead aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in South Hempstead?

The average day length in March in South Hempstead is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in South Hempstead?

On the first day of March in South Hempstead, New York, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:18 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in South Hempstead?

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

In South Hempstead, New York, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in South Hempstead?

January through March 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 South Hempstead?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in South Hempstead, New York, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
South Hempstead, NY

Average temperature in March - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
South Hempstead, NY

Average pressure in March - South Hempstead, 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
South Hempstead, NY

Average wind speed in March - South Hempstead, 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 (8.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
South Hempstead, NY

Average humidity in March - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

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

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Average rainfall in March
South Hempstead, NY

Average rainfall in March - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in March
South Hempstead, NY

Average rainfall days in March - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
South Hempstead, NY

Average snowfall in March - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
South Hempstead, NY

Average snowfall days in March - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 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 and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
South Hempstead, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - South Hempstead, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
South Hempstead, NY

Average sunshine days in March - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
South Hempstead, NY

Average UV index in March - South Hempstead, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
South Hempstead, NY

Average cloud cover in March - South Hempstead, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in March
South Hempstead, NY

Average visibility in March - South Hempstead, 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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