March weather forecast
Great River, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Great River, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and an average low of 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

With the advent of March, Great River's high-temperatures adjust to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C), closely aligning with the preceding month. Great River upholds a consistent average temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C) throughout the nights of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In Great River, during March, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. In Great River, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.3 days and collects up to 34.84" (885mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, May, October and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Great River is March, when snow falls for 2.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Great River, the average seawater temperature in March is 40.5°F (4.7°C).
Note: While swimming, this scenario rapidly escalates into a life-threatening situation. Breathing becomes unmanageable, impairing clear thinking. Utilizing a specialized swimsuit is vital to minimize thermal depletion.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:16 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

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

The high-temperature, in March, in Great River, records 44.2°F (6.8°C), while the low-temperature is 36.3°F (2.4°C).

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 10.9 days. Throughout March, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.5 days and accumulates 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.5 snowfall days, in March, Great River aggregates 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in March?

In Great River, in March, the average water temperature is 40.5°F (4.7°C). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

How many hours of daylight does Great River have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:16 pm EDT.

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

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 Great River have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in March in Great River?

In Great River, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Great River, NY

Average temperature in March - Great River, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Great River, NY

Average pressure in March - Great River, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Great River, NY

Average wind speed in March - Great River, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (9mph).

Average humidity in March
Great River, NY

Average humidity in March - Great River, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Great River, NY

Average rainfall in March - Great River, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

Average rainfall days in March
Great River, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Great River, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Great River, NY

Average snowfall in March - Great River, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Great River, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Great River, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Great River, NY

Average sea temperature in March - Great River, NY
  • Average sea temperature in March: 40.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.7°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Great River, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Great River, 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
Great River, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Great River, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Great River, NY

Average UV index in March - Great River, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Great River, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Great River, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Great River, NY

Average visibility in March - Great River, 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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