March weather forecast
Holtsville, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Holtsville, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

As Holtsville transitions from February to March, the average high-temperatures adjust to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C), nearly the same as the previous 39.7°F (4.3°C). Holtsville records a slight downturn to an average a cold 36.3°F (2.4°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

In Holtsville, New York, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In Holtsville, in March, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.3 rainfall days, and 34.84" (885mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, May, October and December are months with snowfall in Holtsville. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.5 days and accumulates 2.13" (54mm) 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 6:24 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:35 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 Holtsville, the average sunshine in March 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during March morphs into the following directions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 36.3°F (2.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Holtsville?

In March, the average relative humidity 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.

What is the snowiest month?

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, Holtsville aggregates 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Holtsville 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 6:24 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:16 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 Holtsville have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Holtsville, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Holtsville, NY

Average temperature in March - Holtsville, 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
Holtsville, NY

Average pressure in March - Holtsville, 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
Holtsville, NY

Average wind speed in March - Holtsville, 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
Holtsville, NY

Average humidity in March - Holtsville, 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
Holtsville, NY

Average rainfall in March - Holtsville, 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
Holtsville, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Holtsville, 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
Holtsville, NY

Average snowfall in March - Holtsville, 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
Holtsville, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Holtsville, 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 daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Holtsville, NY

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

Average sunshine days in March
Holtsville, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Holtsville, 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
Holtsville, NY

Average UV index in March - Holtsville, 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
Holtsville, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Holtsville, 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
Holtsville, NY

Average visibility in March - Holtsville, 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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