March weather forecast
Far Rockaway, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Far Rockaway, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 36°F (2.2°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March sees a slight increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cold 39.4°F (4.1°C) to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). Far Rockaway records an average low of 36°F (2.2°C) throughout the nights in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Far Rockaway, New York, during March, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Far Rockaway, there are 135.3 rainfall days, and 18.62" (473mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 3.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
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 March, 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 is 6.5h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Far Rockaway in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 36°F (2.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Far Rockaway, in March, during 10.1 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 3.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 3.3 snowfall days, in March, Far Rockaway aggregates 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Far Rockaway have in March?

In March, the average day length 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 5:46 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 many hours of sunshine does Far Rockaway have in March?

In Far Rockaway, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

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 intensity in March?

In Far Rockaway, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Far Rockaway, NY

Average temperature in March - Far Rockaway, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Far Rockaway, NY

Average pressure in March - Far Rockaway, 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
Far Rockaway, NY

Average wind speed in March - Far Rockaway, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

Average humidity in March
Far Rockaway, NY

Average humidity in March - Far Rockaway, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Far Rockaway, NY

Average rainfall in March - Far Rockaway, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.3"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in March
Far Rockaway, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Far Rockaway, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Far Rockaway, NY

Average snowfall in March - Far Rockaway, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Far Rockaway, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Far Rockaway, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Far Rockaway, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Far Rockaway, 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
Far Rockaway, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Far Rockaway, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Far Rockaway, NY

Average UV index in March - Far Rockaway, 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
Far Rockaway, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Far Rockaway, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Far Rockaway, NY

Average visibility in March - Far Rockaway, 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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