March weather forecast
Barnum Island, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Barnum Island, New York, with an average temperature varying between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

Barnum Island records an average high-temperature of a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C) in March, closely mirroring the climate of the previous month. In Barnum Island, the month of March records an average minimum temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C), a slight dip from the daily highs.

Humidity

In Barnum Island, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In March, in Barnum Island, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout March, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Barnum Island, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.2 days and collects up to 37.17" (944mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.9 days and accumulates 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Barnum Island, the average seawater temperature in March is 40.6°F (4.8°C).
Note: In swimming scenarios, this situation is extremely cold, fraught with danger, and poses a significant life risk. Absent insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia strikes quickly.

Daylight

In Barnum Island, 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

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 36.7°F (2.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity in Barnum Island is 73%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Barnum Island, in March, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.9 days and accumulates 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In Barnum Island, in March, during 2.9 snowfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How cold is the water in March?

In Barnum Island, in March, the average water temperature is 40.6°F (4.8°C). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

How many hours of daylight does Barnum Island have in March?

In Barnum Island, New York, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Barnum Island?

In March, on the first day of the month, 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?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March?

In Barnum Island, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Barnum Island, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Barnum Island, NY

Average temperature in March - Barnum Island, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Barnum Island, NY

Average pressure in March - Barnum Island, 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
Barnum Island, NY

Average wind speed in March - Barnum Island, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Barnum Island, NY

Average humidity in March - Barnum Island, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Barnum Island, NY

Average rainfall in March - Barnum Island, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

Average rainfall days in March
Barnum Island, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Barnum Island, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Barnum Island, NY

Average snowfall in March - Barnum Island, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Barnum Island, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Barnum Island, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.9 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Barnum Island, NY

Average sea temperature in March - Barnum Island, NY
  • Average sea temperature in March: 40.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.9°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Barnum Island, NY

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

Average sunshine days in March
Barnum Island, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Barnum Island, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Barnum Island, NY

Average UV index in March - Barnum Island, 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
Barnum Island, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Barnum Island, 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).

Average visibility in March
Barnum Island, NY

Average visibility in March - Barnum Island, 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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