March weather forecast
Brightwaters, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Brightwaters, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

In March, Brightwaters's weather conditions record an average high-temperature of a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C), demonstrating little divergence from the preceding month. In Brightwaters, the March nights are characterized by an average low-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C), a minor dip from daytime readings.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Brightwaters, during March, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. In Brightwaters, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.2 days and collects up to 34.45" (875mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, October through December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.6 days and accumulates 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:17 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

During March, Brightwaters experiences an average high-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and a low-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In March, in Brightwaters, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.6 days and accumulates 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.6 snowfall days, in March, Brightwaters aggregates 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Brightwaters have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Brightwaters, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:17 pm EDT.

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

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?

The average sunshine duration in March in Brightwaters is 6.5h.

What are the months 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.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Brightwaters, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Brightwaters, NY

Average temperature in March - Brightwaters, 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 (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).

Average pressure in March
Brightwaters, NY

Average pressure in March - Brightwaters, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Brightwaters, NY

Average wind speed in March - Brightwaters, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Brightwaters, NY

Average humidity in March - Brightwaters, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

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

Average rainfall in March
Brightwaters, NY

Average rainfall in March - Brightwaters, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in March
Brightwaters, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Brightwaters, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Brightwaters, NY

Average snowfall in March - Brightwaters, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Brightwaters, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Brightwaters, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Brightwaters, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Brightwaters, 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
Brightwaters, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Brightwaters, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Brightwaters, NY

Average UV index in March - Brightwaters, 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
Brightwaters, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Brightwaters, 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
Brightwaters, NY

Average visibility in March - Brightwaters, 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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