March weather forecast
Lake Ronkonkoma, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Lake Ronkonkoma, New York, 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

March's climate shows a minor adjustment in average high-temperatures to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C) from February's 39.7°F (4.3°C). Lake Ronkonkoma's nighttime average temperature in March subtly descends to a cold 36.3°F (2.4°C) from the daily highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout March, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.3 rainfall days, and 34.84" (885mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May, October and December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.5 days and accumulates 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Lake Ronkonkoma, New York, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Lake Ronkonkoma, 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 Lake Ronkonkoma, 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 low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

In March, in Lake Ronkonkoma, the average high-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C), and the average 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 Lake Ronkonkoma, in March, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 2.5 days and typically aggregates up to 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, Lake Ronkonkoma aggregates 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lake Ronkonkoma have in March?

In Lake Ronkonkoma, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / 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?

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 Lake Ronkonkoma have in March?

In Lake Ronkonkoma, New York, the average sunshine duration in March 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 reading in March?

In Lake Ronkonkoma, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Lake Ronkonkoma, NY

Average temperature in March - Lake Ronkonkoma, 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
Lake Ronkonkoma, NY

Average pressure in March - Lake Ronkonkoma, 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
Lake Ronkonkoma, NY

Average wind speed in March - Lake Ronkonkoma, 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
Lake Ronkonkoma, NY

Average humidity in March - Lake Ronkonkoma, 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
Lake Ronkonkoma, NY

Average rainfall in March - Lake Ronkonkoma, 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
Lake Ronkonkoma, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Lake Ronkonkoma, 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
Lake Ronkonkoma, NY

Average snowfall in March - Lake Ronkonkoma, 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
Lake Ronkonkoma, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Lake Ronkonkoma, 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
Lake Ronkonkoma, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Lake Ronkonkoma, 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
Lake Ronkonkoma, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Lake Ronkonkoma, 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
Lake Ronkonkoma, NY

Average UV index in March - Lake Ronkonkoma, 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
Lake Ronkonkoma, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Lake Ronkonkoma, 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
Lake Ronkonkoma, NY

Average visibility in March - Lake Ronkonkoma, 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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