March weather forecast
North Merrick, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in North Merrick, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

March's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C), slightly deviating from February's 39.6°F (4.2°C). North Merrick registers an average low-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C) throughout March, a modest decrease from its daytime highs.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In North Merrick, in March, during 11.3 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In North Merrick, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.9 days and collects up to 26.38" (670mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in North Merrick. The month with the most snowfall in North Merrick is March, when snow falls for 3.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in North Merrick is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 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

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 in North Merrick. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in March translates into this advice:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in North Merrick?

In North Merrick, 44.4°F (6.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 36.1°F (2.3°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in North Merrick?

In North Merrick, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March in North Merrick?

In North Merrick, in March, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in North Merrick?

The month with the most snowfall in North Merrick, New York, is March, when snow falls for 3.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in North Merrick in March?

In North Merrick, during March, snow falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does North Merrick have in March?

The average day length in March in North Merrick, New York, is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in North Merrick?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 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 in North Merrick?

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

In North Merrick, New York, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in North Merrick?

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

How high is the UV index in March in North Merrick?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in North Merrick, New York, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
North Merrick, NY

Average temperature in March - North Merrick, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.1°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 (29.3°F).

Average pressure in March
North Merrick, NY

Average pressure in March - North Merrick, 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
North Merrick, NY

Average wind speed in March - North Merrick, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

Average humidity in March
North Merrick, NY

Average humidity in March - North Merrick, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

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

Average rainfall in March
North Merrick, NY

Average rainfall in March - North Merrick, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.42").

Average rainfall days in March
North Merrick, NY

Average rainfall days in March - North Merrick, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
North Merrick, NY

Average snowfall in March - North Merrick, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
North Merrick, NY

Average snowfall days in March - North Merrick, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days

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

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
North Merrick, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - North Merrick, 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
North Merrick, NY

Average sunshine days in March - North Merrick, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
North Merrick, NY

Average UV index in March - North Merrick, 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
North Merrick, NY

Average cloud cover in March - North Merrick, 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
North Merrick, NY

Average visibility in March - North Merrick, 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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