March weather forecast
Selden, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Selden, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 36.3°F (2.4°C) and max 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

Selden records a slight change with March's average high-temperatures adjusting to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C) from February's 39.7°F (4.3°C). Nights in March cool down, indicating a minor disparity from daytime highs with an average low-temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, in Selden, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout March, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Selden, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.3 days and collects up to 34.84" (885mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May, October and December. The month with the most snowfall in Selden is March, when snow falls for 2.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Selden, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Selden, 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

The average sunshine in March in Selden is 6.5h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by 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 Selden in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Selden, is 44.2°F (6.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 36.3°F (2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Selden?

The average relative humidity in March in Selden, New York, is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March in Selden?

In Selden, New York, in March, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Selden?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 2.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

What is the last month it snows in Selden?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Selden, New York. During 2.5 snowfall days, in March, Selden aggregates 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Selden?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Selden?

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, in Selden, New York, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:16 pm EDT.

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

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

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

When is the lowest UV index in Selden?

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Selden?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Selden 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
Selden, NY

Average temperature in March - Selden, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Selden, NY

Average pressure in March - Selden, 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
Selden, NY

Average wind speed in March - Selden, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (9mph).

Average humidity in March
Selden, NY

Average humidity in March - Selden, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Selden, NY

Average rainfall in March - Selden, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

Average rainfall days in March
Selden, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Selden, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Selden, NY

Average snowfall in March - Selden, 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, June, July, August, September and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Selden, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Selden, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Selden, 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 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
Selden, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Selden, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Selden, NY

Average UV index in March - Selden, 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
Selden, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Selden, 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
Selden, NY

Average visibility in March - Selden, 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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