March weather forecast
Peconic, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Peconic, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43°F (6.1°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

The onset of March brings with it an average high-temperature of a chilly 43°F (6.1°C), showing a negligible variation from the month before. Peconic reports an average low temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C) in March, a minor decrease from the day's highs.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Peconic, in March, during 12.3 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Peconic, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.1 days and collects up to 34.92" (887mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3 days and accumulates 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Peconic, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:14 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 6.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in March translates into this advice:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

The high-temperature, in March, in Peconic, records 43°F (6.1°C), while the low-temperature is 36.1°F (2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout March, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 3 snowfall days, in March, Peconic aggregates 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Peconic have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:14 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 Peconic have in March?

In Peconic, New York, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Peconic?

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

Average temperature in March - Peconic, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Peconic, NY

Average pressure in March - Peconic, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Peconic, NY

Average wind speed in March - Peconic, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 15.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Peconic, NY

Average humidity in March - Peconic, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Peconic, NY

Average rainfall in March - Peconic, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in March
Peconic, NY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Peconic, NY

Average snowfall in March - Peconic, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Peconic, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Peconic, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Peconic, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Peconic, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Peconic, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Peconic, NY

Average UV index in March - Peconic, 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
Peconic, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Peconic, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Peconic, NY

Average visibility in March - Peconic, 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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