March weather forecast
Flushing, NY

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Weather in March

March ushers in the first signs of spring in Flushing, playing host to a noticeable increase in temperature. Following a succession of colder months, this month has a say in the weather turnaround with the highest increase in average high and low temperatures, between 45.3°F (7.4°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C). Humidity and pressure continue their moderate course. Sunshine hours increase significantly, hinting at the transition towards milder weather. Though rainfall and snowfall continue their presence, March marks the beginning of a downward trend in the frequency of snowy days.

Temperature

A gentle upsurge in temperatures occurs as February gives way to March, with average highs shifting from a cold 39.2°F (4°C) to a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 35.2°F (1.8°C) in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Flushing, in March, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Flushing, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.7 days and collects up to 36.18" (919mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.5 days and accumulates 2.17" (55mm) 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 5:47 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Flushing, 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 Flushing, the average sunshine in March 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March leads to these instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The high-temperature, in March, in Flushing, records 45.3°F (7.4°C), while the low-temperature is 35.2°F (1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Flushing, during March, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.5 days and accumulates 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Flushing have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 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?

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?

In Flushing, New York, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What are the months 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Flushing, NY

Average temperature in March - Flushing, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Flushing, NY

Average pressure in March - Flushing, 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
Flushing, NY

Average wind speed in March - Flushing, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Flushing, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Flushing, NY

Average rainfall in March - Flushing, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in March
Flushing, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Flushing, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Flushing, NY

Average snowfall in March - Flushing, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Flushing, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Flushing, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 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
Flushing, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Flushing, 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 3min

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
Flushing, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Flushing, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Flushing, NY

Average UV index in March - Flushing, 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
Flushing, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Flushing, 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 28).

Average visibility in March
Flushing, NY

Average visibility in March - Flushing, 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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