March weather forecast
Mount Sinai, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Mount Sinai, New York, with an average temperature varying between 36°F (2.2°C) and 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

Mount Sinai marks the arrival of March with an average high-temperature of a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C), hardly different from February's 38.8°F (3.8°C). The nighttime temperature in Mount Sinai in March experiences a minor dip, averaging an icy 36°F (2.2°C).

Humidity

In Mount Sinai, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In Mount Sinai, during March, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. In Mount Sinai, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.8 days and collects up to 33.78" (858mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall in Mount Sinai. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 2.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In March, the average ocean temperature in Mount Sinai is 40.5°F (4.7°C).
Note: In swimming situations, this is a grave threat to life. The intense coldness of the water triggers extreme discomfort and rapid hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is required to mitigate thermal damage.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Mount Sinai is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Mount Sinai, sunrise is at 6:35 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 Mount Sinai, the average sunshine in March is 6.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Mount Sinai in March?

In Mount Sinai, in March, the average high-temperature is 43.9°F (6.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 36°F (2.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Mount Sinai?

In Mount Sinai, New York, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March in Mount Sinai?

In Mount Sinai, in March, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Mount Sinai?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Mount Sinai, New York. Snow falls for 2.3 days and accumulates 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

What is the last month it snows in Mount Sinai?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Mount Sinai, New York. During 2.3 snowfall days, in March, Mount Sinai aggregates 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in March in Mount Sinai?

In Mount Sinai, New York, the average seawater temperature in March is 40.5°F (4.7°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.

What is the average length of the day in March in Mount Sinai?

In Mount Sinai, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Mount Sinai?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:16 pm EDT.

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

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

In Mount Sinai, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Mount Sinai?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Mount Sinai?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Mount Sinai is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Mount Sinai, NY

Average temperature in March - Mount Sinai, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Mount Sinai, NY

Average pressure in March - Mount Sinai, 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
Mount Sinai, NY

Average wind speed in March - Mount Sinai, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Mount Sinai, NY

Average humidity in March - Mount Sinai, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Mount Sinai, NY

Average rainfall in March - Mount Sinai, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in March
Mount Sinai, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Mount Sinai, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Mount Sinai, NY

Average snowfall in March - Mount Sinai, 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, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Mount Sinai, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Mount Sinai, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Mount Sinai, NY

Average sea temperature in March - Mount Sinai, NY
  • Average sea temperature in March: 40.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.7°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Mount Sinai, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mount Sinai, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Mount Sinai, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Mount Sinai, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13 days).

Average UV index in March
Mount Sinai, NY

Average UV index in March - Mount Sinai, 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
Mount Sinai, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Mount Sinai, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Mount Sinai, NY

Average visibility in March - Mount Sinai, 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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