March weather forecast
Jackson Heights, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Jackson Heights, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 46°F (7.8°C) and an average low of 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Temperature

The commencement of March sees a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 39.4°F (4.1°C) in February to a chilly 46°F (7.8°C). In March, the average low-temperature in Jackson Heights records at a wintry 34.9°F (1.6°C) during the nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Jackson Heights, in March, during 7.6 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Jackson Heights, there are 89.8 rainfall days, and 6.73" (171mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are February, March and December, with an average 0.16" (4mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, 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 7:19 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 Jackson Heights, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Jackson Heights are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Jackson Heights in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) and a low-temperature of 34.9°F (1.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Jackson Heights?

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

How much does it rain in Jackson Heights in March?

In Jackson Heights, in March, it is raining for 7.6 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Jackson Heights?

The months with the most snowfall are February, March and December, with an average 0.16" (4mm) of accumulated snow.

What is the last month it snows in Jackson Heights?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Jackson Heights. During 1.9 snowfall days, in March, Jackson Heights aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Jackson Heights?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Jackson Heights?

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 7:19 pm EDT.

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

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 Jackson Heights have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Jackson Heights is 6.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Jackson Heights?

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 in Jackson Heights?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Jackson Heights, New York, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Jackson Heights, NY

Average temperature in March - Jackson Heights, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Jackson Heights, NY

Average pressure in March - Jackson Heights, 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
Jackson Heights, NY

Average wind speed in March - Jackson Heights, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Jackson Heights, NY

Average humidity in March - Jackson Heights, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Jackson Heights, NY

Average rainfall in March - Jackson Heights, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.75").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

Average rainfall days in March
Jackson Heights, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Jackson Heights, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (9.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Jackson Heights, NY

Average snowfall in March - Jackson Heights, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.16"

The months with the highest snowfall are February, March and December (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Jackson Heights, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Jackson Heights, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.9 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.6 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
Jackson Heights, NY

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

Average sunshine days in March
Jackson Heights, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Jackson Heights, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 21.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (24 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Jackson Heights, NY

Average UV index in March - Jackson Heights, 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
Jackson Heights, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Jackson Heights, 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
Jackson Heights, NY

Average visibility in March - Jackson Heights, 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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