March weather forecast
Carmel, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Carmel, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and max 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Carmel's average high-temperature experiences a slight rise, moving from February's wintry 36.7°F (2.6°C) to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). In March, Carmel records an average nighttime temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout March, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Carmel, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.6 days and collects up to 29.09" (739mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Carmel, in March, during 6.2 snowfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Carmel, during the entire year, snow falls for 31 days and aggregates up to 16.22" (412mm) of snow.

Daylight

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 5:45 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 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 March, the average sunshine in Carmel is 6.1h.

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 minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Carmel?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 29.8°F (-1.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Carmel?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Carmel, in March, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Carmel?

In March, it is snowing for 6.2 days. Throughout March, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Carmel have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:19 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Carmel, NY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Carmel, NY

Average pressure in March - Carmel, 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
Carmel, NY

Average wind speed in March - Carmel, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Carmel, NY

Average humidity in March - Carmel, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Carmel, NY

Average rainfall in March - Carmel, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.73").

Average rainfall days in March
Carmel, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Carmel, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Carmel, NY

Average snowfall in March - Carmel, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Carmel, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Carmel, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Carmel, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Carmel, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Carmel, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Carmel, NY

Average UV index in March - Carmel, NY
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Carmel, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Carmel, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Carmel, NY

Average visibility in March - Carmel, NY
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May and June (5mi).

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