March weather forecast
Astoria, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Astoria, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 46°F (7.8°C) and min 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Temperature

March's onset is marked by a subtle temperature increase, moving from a cold 39.4°F (4.1°C) in February to a chilly 46°F (7.8°C). An average low-temperature of 34.9°F (1.6°C) is anticipated throughout the nights during March.

Humidity

In Astoria, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In Astoria, New York, in March, it is raining for 7.6 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Astoria, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.8 days and collects up to 6.73" (171mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Astoria are January through March and December. The months with the most snowfall in Astoria are February, March and December, with an average 0.16" (4mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March 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, 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March converts into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Astoria in March?

In Astoria, in March, the average high-temperature is 46°F (7.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 34.9°F (1.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Astoria?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Astoria?

In Astoria, New York, in March, during 7.6 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Astoria?

The months with the most snowfall in Astoria, New York, are February, March and December, with an average 0.16" (4mm) of accumulated snow.

What is the last month it snows in Astoria?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.9 snowfall days, in March, Astoria aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Astoria?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Astoria?

On the first day of March in Astoria, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:19 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Astoria, 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 Astoria have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Astoria is 6.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Astoria?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in March in Astoria?

In Astoria, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Astoria, NY

Average temperature in March - Astoria, 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
Astoria, NY

Average pressure in March - Astoria, 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
Astoria, NY

Average wind speed in March - Astoria, 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
Astoria, NY

Average humidity in March - Astoria, 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
Astoria, NY

Average rainfall in March - Astoria, 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
Astoria, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Astoria, 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
Astoria, NY

Average snowfall in March - Astoria, 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
Astoria, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Astoria, 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
Astoria, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Astoria, 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 2min

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
Astoria, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Astoria, 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
Astoria, NY

Average UV index in March - Astoria, 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
Astoria, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Astoria, 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
Astoria, NY

Average visibility in March - Astoria, 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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