March weather forecast
Jefferson Heights, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a wintry month in Jefferson Heights, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.8°F (4.9°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

Jefferson Heights's weather in March presents a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from 32.5°F (0.3°C) in February to a still wintry 40.8°F (4.9°C). During March, Jefferson Heights's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

In Jefferson Heights, New York, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Jefferson Heights, in March, during 12.7 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 174.8 rainfall days, and 33.46" (850mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Jefferson Heights, in March, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 8.82" (224mm) of snow. In Jefferson Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 70.1 days and aggregates up to 51.18" (1300mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:20 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 6.2h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Jefferson Heights, is 40.8°F (4.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Jefferson Heights, in March, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Jefferson Heights, in March, during 11.8 snowfall days, 8.82" (224mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Jefferson Heights have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:20 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?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Jefferson Heights, NY

Average temperature in March - Jefferson Heights, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.8°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 (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Jefferson Heights, NY

Average pressure in March - Jefferson Heights, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"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
Jefferson Heights, NY

Average wind speed in March - Jefferson Heights, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Jefferson Heights, NY

Average humidity in March - Jefferson Heights, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Jefferson Heights, NY

Average rainfall in March - Jefferson Heights, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in March
Jefferson Heights, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Jefferson Heights, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10 days).

Average snowfall in March
Jefferson Heights, NY

Average snowfall in March - Jefferson Heights, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 8.82"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Jefferson Heights, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Jefferson Heights, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Jefferson Heights, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Jefferson Heights, NY
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Jefferson Heights, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Jefferson Heights, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Jefferson Heights, NY

Average UV index in March - Jefferson Heights, NY
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Jefferson Heights, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Jefferson Heights, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Jefferson Heights, NY

Average visibility in March - Jefferson Heights, NY
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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