March weather forecast
Fort Hamilton, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Fort Hamilton, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

A gentle upsurge in temperatures occurs as February gives way to March, with average highs shifting from an icy 39.7°F (4.3°C) to a frosty 46°F (7.8°C). Throughout March, Fort Hamilton encounters an average temperature drop to a cold 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout March, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fort Hamilton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.7 days and collects up to 28.66" (728mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 3.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) 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 6:28 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:20 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 6.4h.

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 health risk 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:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

Fort Hamilton in March has an average high-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Fort Hamilton, during March, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.8 days and accumulates 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Fort Hamilton, in March, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day 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 7:20 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 Fort Hamilton have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Fort Hamilton is 6.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index 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 cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Fort Hamilton, NY

Average temperature in March - Fort Hamilton, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°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 (27.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Fort Hamilton, NY

Average pressure in March - Fort Hamilton, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"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
Fort Hamilton, NY

Average wind speed in March - Fort Hamilton, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Fort Hamilton, NY

Average humidity in March - Fort Hamilton, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and June (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Fort Hamilton, NY

Average rainfall in March - Fort Hamilton, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.69").

Average rainfall days in March
Fort Hamilton, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Fort Hamilton, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Fort Hamilton, NY

Average snowfall in March - Fort Hamilton, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Fort Hamilton, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Fort Hamilton, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.1 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
Fort Hamilton, NY

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

Average sunshine days in March
Fort Hamilton, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Fort Hamilton, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Fort Hamilton, NY

Average UV index in March - Fort Hamilton, 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
Fort Hamilton, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Fort Hamilton, 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
Fort Hamilton, NY

Average visibility in March - Fort Hamilton, 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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