March weather forecast
Moriches, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Moriches, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 36.3°F (2.4°C) and max 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Temperature

As Moriches welcomes March, the average high-temperature records at a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C), marking an insignificant deviation from the prior month. Moriches's nocturnal March readings average at a wintry 36.3°F (2.4°C), showing little variation from the daytime temperatures.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Moriches, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Moriches, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.2 days and collects up to 30.2" (767mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Moriches are January through April, November and December. In Moriches, New York, in March, during 2.9 snowfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 17.9 snowfall days, and 4.57" (116mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Moriches, in March, the average water temperature is 39.6°F (4.2°C).
Note: In the sport of swimming, this scenario is extremely cold, treacherous, and fatal. If not protected by insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia ensues quickly.

Daylight

In Moriches, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:15 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

The average sunshine in March in Moriches 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in March leads to these recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Moriches during March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Moriches, records 43.3°F (6.3°C), while the low-temperature is 36.3°F (2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Moriches?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Moriches?

In Moriches, New York, during March, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Moriches?

In Moriches, in March, during 2.9 snowfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the water temperature in March in Moriches?

In Moriches, New York, the average seawater temperature in March is 39.6°F (4.2°C). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

How many hours of daylight does Moriches have in March?

In March, the average day length in Moriches, New York, is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Moriches?

On the first day of March in Moriches, New York, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:15 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Moriches, New York, is 6.5h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in March in Moriches?

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

Average temperature in March - Moriches, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.3°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Moriches, NY

Average pressure in March - Moriches, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"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
Moriches, NY

Average wind speed in March - Moriches, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 13.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (9.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Moriches, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Moriches, NY

Average rainfall in March - Moriches, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.31").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in March
Moriches, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Moriches, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Moriches, NY

Average snowfall in March - Moriches, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.3"

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

Average snowfall days in March
Moriches, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Moriches, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Moriches, NY

Average sea temperature in March - Moriches, NY
  • Average sea temperature in March: 39.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (73.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38°F).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Moriches, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Moriches, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Moriches, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Moriches, NY

Average UV index in March - Moriches, 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
Moriches, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Moriches, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in March
Moriches, NY

Average visibility in March - Moriches, 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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