March weather forecast
Jamaica, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Jamaica, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 36°F (2.2°C) and max 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

Jamaica's transition into March is marked by a minor temperature shift, moving from a cold 39.4°F (4.1°C) in February to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). During March, the average low-temperature is a cold 36°F (2.2°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Jamaica is 73%.

Rainfall

In Jamaica, during March, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. In Jamaica, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.3 days and collects up to 18.62" (473mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall in Jamaica. The month with the most snowfall in Jamaica is March, when snow falls for 3.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Jamaica, in March, the average water temperature is 40.6°F (4.8°C).
Note: In the scenario of swimming, this is assessed as life-threatening and highly risky. The chilling water causes severe discomfort and induces instant hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is necessary to counter thermal damage.

Daylight

In Jamaica, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Jamaica, 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 7:19 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 March, the average sunshine in Jamaica 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Jamaica?

In March, in Jamaica, the average high-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 36°F (2.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Jamaica?

In Jamaica, New York, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

How much does it rain in Jamaica in March?

In March, in Jamaica, New York, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout March, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Jamaica?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Jamaica. Snow falls for 3.3 days and accumulates 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

What is the last month it snows in Jamaica?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Jamaica, New York. During 3.3 snowfall days, in March, Jamaica aggregates 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in March in Jamaica?

In Jamaica, New York, in March, the average water temperature is 40.6°F (4.8°C). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

What is the average length of the day in March in Jamaica?

The average day length in March in Jamaica, New York, is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Jamaica?

In March, 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 the month, in Jamaica, New York, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:19 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Jamaica, New York, 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 in Jamaica?

In Jamaica, New York, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Jamaica?

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

How high is the UV index in March in Jamaica?

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

Average temperature in March - Jamaica, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Jamaica, NY

Average pressure in March - Jamaica, 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
Jamaica, NY

Average wind speed in March - Jamaica, 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 (8mph).

Average humidity in March
Jamaica, NY

Average humidity in March - Jamaica, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Jamaica, NY

Average rainfall in March - Jamaica, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.3"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in March
Jamaica, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Jamaica, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Jamaica, NY

Average snowfall in March - Jamaica, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Jamaica, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Jamaica, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days

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

Average sea temperature in March
Jamaica, NY

Average sea temperature in March - Jamaica, NY
  • Average sea temperature in March: 40.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.9°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Jamaica, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Jamaica, 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
Jamaica, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Jamaica, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Jamaica, NY

Average UV index in March - Jamaica, 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
Jamaica, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Jamaica, 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
Jamaica, NY

Average visibility in March - Jamaica, 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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