March weather forecast
Garden City, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Garden City, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 45°F (7.2°C) and min 36°F (2.2°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is characterized by a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's cold 39.2°F (4°C) to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). A steady low-temperature average of 36°F (2.2°C) is logged during March, reflecting a modest dip from daytime readings.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Garden City, in March, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Garden City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.5 days and collects up to 36.38" (924mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Garden City are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 2.9 days and typically aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) 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 7:18 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 Garden City, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Garden City during March are 45°F (7.2°C) and 36°F (2.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout March, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.9 days and accumulates 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Garden City, during March, snow falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, 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 7:18 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, 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 in Garden City is 6.5h.

What is the month 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.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Garden City, NY

Average temperature in March - Garden City, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36°F

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

Average pressure in March
Garden City, NY

Average pressure in March - Garden City, 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
Garden City, NY

Average wind speed in March - Garden City, 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 (8.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Garden City, NY

Average humidity in March - Garden City, 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
Garden City, NY

Average rainfall in March - Garden City, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

Average rainfall days in March
Garden City, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Garden City, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Garden City, NY

Average snowfall in March - Garden City, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Garden City, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Garden City, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.7 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
Garden City, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Garden City, 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
Garden City, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Garden City, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Garden City, NY

Average UV index in March - Garden City, 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
Garden City, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Garden City, 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
Garden City, NY

Average visibility in March - Garden City, 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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