March weather forecast
Elmhurst, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Elmhurst, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46°F (7.8°C) and 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March is marked by a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 39.4°F (4.1°C) to a chilly 46°F (7.8°C). In Elmhurst, the average low-temperature during the month of March is a cold 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Elmhurst, New York, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, 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.
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 Elmhurst, 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Elmhurst in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 46°F (7.8°C) and 34.9°F (1.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 7.6 days. Throughout March, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

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

What is the last month it snows in Elmhurst?

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

How many hours of daylight does Elmhurst have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, 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 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 Elmhurst?

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 6.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Elmhurst, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Elmhurst, NY

Average temperature in March - Elmhurst, 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
Elmhurst, NY

Average pressure in March - Elmhurst, 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
Elmhurst, NY

Average wind speed in March - Elmhurst, 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
Elmhurst, NY

Average humidity in March - Elmhurst, 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
Elmhurst, NY

Average rainfall in March - Elmhurst, 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
Elmhurst, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Elmhurst, 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
Elmhurst, NY

Average snowfall in March - Elmhurst, 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
Elmhurst, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Elmhurst, 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
Elmhurst, NY

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

Average sunshine days in March - Elmhurst, 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
Elmhurst, NY

Average UV index in March - Elmhurst, 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
Elmhurst, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Elmhurst, 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
Elmhurst, NY

Average visibility in March - Elmhurst, 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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