March weather forecast
Port Jefferson Station, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Port Jefferson Station, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.9°F (6.6°C) and 36°F (2.2°C).

Temperature

The high-temperature average in March for Port Jefferson Station is a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C), staying closely aligned with February's conditions. Nighttime temperatures record an average of 36°F (2.2°C) throughout March.

Humidity

In Port Jefferson Station, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In Port Jefferson Station, in March, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.8 rainfall days, and 33.78" (858mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall. 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.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, 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.
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 March, the average sunshine 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

In Port Jefferson Station, 43.9°F (6.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 36°F (2.2°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity in Port Jefferson Station is 72%.

How much does it rain in March?

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

When does it snow the most in Port Jefferson Station?

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.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Port Jefferson Station. During 2.3 snowfall days, in March, Port Jefferson Station aggregates 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Port Jefferson Station, 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 6:24 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?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Port Jefferson Station, 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 Port Jefferson Station have in March?

In Port Jefferson Station, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Port Jefferson Station, the average daily maximum UV index in March 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
Port Jefferson Station, NY

Average temperature in March - Port Jefferson Station, 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
Port Jefferson Station, NY

Average pressure in March - Port Jefferson Station, 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
Port Jefferson Station, NY

Average wind speed in March - Port Jefferson Station, 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
Port Jefferson Station, NY

Average humidity in March - Port Jefferson Station, 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
Port Jefferson Station, NY

Average rainfall in March - Port Jefferson Station, 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
Port Jefferson Station, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Port Jefferson Station, 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
Port Jefferson Station, NY

Average snowfall in March - Port Jefferson Station, 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
Port Jefferson Station, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Port Jefferson Station, 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 daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Port Jefferson Station, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Port Jefferson Station, 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
Port Jefferson Station, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Port Jefferson Station, 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
Port Jefferson Station, NY

Average UV index in March - Port Jefferson Station, 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
Port Jefferson Station, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Port Jefferson Station, 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
Port Jefferson Station, NY

Average visibility in March - Port Jefferson Station, 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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