March weather forecastSunnyside, NY
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Sunnyside, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 34.9°F (1.6°C) and 46°F (7.8°C).Temperature
The average high-temperature mildly increases in March, edging from an icy 39.4°F (4.1°C) in February to a chilly 46°F (7.8°C). In March, Sunnyside encounters an average low-temperature of 34.9°F (1.6°C) during the night.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 72%.Rainfall
In Sunnyside, during March, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation. In Sunnyside, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.8 days and collects up to 6.73" (171mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are February, March and December, with an average 0.16" (4mm) of accumulated snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Sunnyside is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Sunnyside, 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 Sunnyside, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Sunnyside are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Sunnyside, NY
- Average high temperature in March: 46°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 34.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).
Average pressure in March
Sunnyside, 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
Sunnyside, NY
- Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Sunnyside, 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
Sunnyside, NY
- Average rainfall in March: 0.43"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.75").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").
Average rainfall days in March
Sunnyside, NY
- Average rainfall days in March: 7.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (9.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Sunnyside, NY
- Average snowfall in March: 0.16"
The months with the highest snowfall are February, March and December (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Sunnyside, NY
- Average snowfall days in March: 1.9 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sunnyside, 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 24min
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).
Average sunshine days in March
Sunnyside, NY
- Average sunshine days in March: 21.5 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (24 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Sunnyside, NY
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Sunnyside, NY
- Average cloud cover in March: 47
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in March
Sunnyside, 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).
