March weather forecastThe Cape, NY
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in The Cape, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and an average high of 42.1°F (5.6°C).Temperature
As February transitions into March, a subtle temperature shift is observed, with average highs adjusting from 34.3°F (1.3°C) to a still wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C). Nighttime temperatures in March average to a subzero cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C).Humidity
In The Cape, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout March, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 138.8 rainfall days, and 20.12" (511mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In The Cape, in March, during 6.3 snowfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 31.8 snowfall days, and 14.25" (362mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In The Cape, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:22 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 is 6h.UV index
In The Cape, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 2 during March leads to these advisories:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. 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
The Cape, NY
- Average high temperature in March: 42.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 26.2°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 (17.4°F).
Average pressure in March
The Cape, NY
- Average pressure in March: 30.06"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
The Cape, NY
- Average wind speed in March: 7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in March
The Cape, NY
- Average humidity in March: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (77%).
Average rainfall in March
The Cape, NY
- Average rainfall in March: 1.5"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.32").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.18").
Average rainfall days in March
The Cape, NY
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.1 days).
Average snowfall in March
The Cape, NY
- Average snowfall in March: 2.76"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
The Cape, NY
- Average snowfall days in March: 6.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
The Cape, NY
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
The Cape, NY
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).
Average UV index in March
The Cape, NY
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
The Cape, NY
- Average cloud cover in March: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in March
The Cape, NY
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (4mi).
