March weather forecast
Richmond Hill, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Richmond Hill, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

In Richmond Hill, the onset of March comes with a modest high-temperature shift, transitioning from February's wintry 39.2°F (4°C) to a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C). Richmond Hill reports an average low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

In Richmond Hill, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout March, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Richmond Hill, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.6 days and collects up to 34.72" (882mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. March is the month with the most snowfall in Richmond Hill. Snow falls for 2.7 days and accumulates 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Richmond Hill, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:19 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, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In Richmond Hill, 45.3°F (7.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 35.2°F (1.8°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Richmond Hill, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Richmond Hill, in March, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 2.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Richmond Hill, in March, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Richmond Hill have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Richmond Hill?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:19 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 long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Richmond Hill?

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

Average temperature in March - Richmond Hill, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Richmond Hill, NY

Average pressure in March - Richmond Hill, 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
Richmond Hill, NY

Average wind speed in March - Richmond Hill, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Richmond Hill, NY

Average humidity in March - Richmond Hill, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Richmond Hill, NY

Average rainfall in March - Richmond Hill, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in March
Richmond Hill, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Richmond Hill, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Richmond Hill, NY

Average snowfall in March - Richmond Hill, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Richmond Hill, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Richmond Hill, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.7 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, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Richmond Hill, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Richmond Hill, 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
Richmond Hill, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Richmond Hill, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

Average UV index in March
Richmond Hill, NY

Average UV index in March - Richmond Hill, 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
Richmond Hill, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Richmond Hill, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Richmond Hill, NY

Average visibility in March - Richmond Hill, 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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