March weather forecast
Long Beach, NY

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Weather in March

March rings in a transition from winter to spring in Long Beach. Snow occurrences start dwindling, emphasised by a marked rise in the average high and low temperatures. It is noteworthy that the number of rainfall days jumps to a yearly high of 11.8, justifying the saying "March showers bring April flowers". This increment in rains helps to thaw the trails of winter away slowly. Despite the occasional overcast skies, a good surge of daylight makes for lovely sunset evenings.

Temperature

With the onset of March in Long Beach, a modest change to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C) from February's 39.6°F (4.2°C) is noted in high-temperature. Long Beach encounters an average temperature dip to a wintry 36.7°F (2.6°C) throughout March, subtly lower than its daytime maximum.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout March, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Long Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.2 days and collects up to 37.17" (944mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Long Beach is March, when snow falls for 2.9 days and typically aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Long Beach, the average seawater temperature in March is 40.6°F (4.8°C).
Note: Within the context of swimming, this scenario is life-threatening. Instant loss of control over breathing impairs cognitive functions. It is essential to use a specialized swimsuit to mitigate thermal loss.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Long Beach is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, 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 7:18 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 Long Beach, New York, 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 ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 36.7°F (2.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March in Long Beach?

In Long Beach, in March, during 11.8 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.9 days and accumulates 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, in Long Beach, it is snowing for 2.9 days. Throughout March, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in March?

In Long Beach, in March, the average water temperature is 40.6°F (4.8°C). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

How many hours of daylight does Long Beach 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 6:27 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:18 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 Long Beach have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index 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
Long Beach, NY

Average temperature in March - Long Beach, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.7°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 (29.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Long Beach, NY

Average pressure in March - Long Beach, 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
Long Beach, NY

Average wind speed in March - Long Beach, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Long Beach, NY

Average humidity in March - Long Beach, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

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
Long Beach, NY

Average rainfall in March - Long Beach, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

Average rainfall days in March
Long Beach, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Long Beach, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Long Beach, NY

Average snowfall in March - Long Beach, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Long Beach, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Long Beach, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.9 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Long Beach, NY

Average sea temperature in March - Long Beach, 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
Long Beach, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Long Beach, 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
Long Beach, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Long Beach, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Long Beach, NY

Average UV index in March - Long Beach, 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
Long Beach, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Long Beach, 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
Long Beach, NY

Average visibility in March - Long Beach, 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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