March weather forecast
Cold Spring Harbor, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Cold Spring Harbor, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.8°F (2.1°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

March brings a slight elevation in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's cold 39°F (3.9°C) to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C). March's average low temperature is a cold 35.8°F (2.1°C), displaying a subtle drop from its daily peak.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Cold Spring Harbor, in March, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 152.5 rainfall days, and 35.04" (890mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.9 days and accumulates 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Cold Spring Harbor, the average seawater temperature in March is 40.5°F (4.7°C).
Note: Within the context of swimming, this scenario is life-threatening. Instant loss of control over breathing impairs cognitive functions. It is essential to use a specialized swimsuit to mitigate thermal loss.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 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 Cold Spring Harbor, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Cold Spring Harbor, is 44.4°F (6.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 35.8°F (2.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.9 days and accumulates 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Cold Spring Harbor?

In Cold Spring Harbor, in March, snow falls for 2.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in March?

In Cold Spring Harbor, the average seawater temperature in March is 40.5°F (4.7°C). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length in Cold Spring Harbor is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 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 in Cold Spring Harbor, 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 Cold Spring Harbor have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

When is 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 Cold Spring Harbor?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Cold Spring Harbor, NY

Average temperature in March - Cold Spring Harbor, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Cold Spring Harbor, NY

Average pressure in March - Cold Spring Harbor, 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
Cold Spring Harbor, NY

Average wind speed in March - Cold Spring Harbor, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Cold Spring Harbor, NY

Average humidity in March - Cold Spring Harbor, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Cold Spring Harbor, NY

Average rainfall in March - Cold Spring Harbor, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.09").

Average rainfall days in March
Cold Spring Harbor, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Cold Spring Harbor, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Cold Spring Harbor, NY

Average snowfall in March - Cold Spring Harbor, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Cold Spring Harbor, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Cold Spring Harbor, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Cold Spring Harbor, NY

Average sea temperature in March - Cold Spring Harbor, NY
  • Average sea temperature in March: 40.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.7°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Cold Spring Harbor, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cold Spring Harbor, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Cold Spring Harbor, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Cold Spring Harbor, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Cold Spring Harbor, NY

Average UV index in March - Cold Spring Harbor, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Cold Spring Harbor, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Cold Spring Harbor, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Cold Spring Harbor, NY

Average visibility in March - Cold Spring Harbor, 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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