March weather forecast
Sunnyside, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Sunnyside, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 34.9°F (1.6°C) and 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature mildly increases in March, edging from an icy 39.4°F (4.1°C) in February to a chilly 46°F (7.8°C). In March, Sunnyside encounters an average low-temperature of 34.9°F (1.6°C) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In Sunnyside, during March, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation. In Sunnyside, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.8 days and collects up to 6.73" (171mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are February, March and December, with an average 0.16" (4mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Sunnyside is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Sunnyside, 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

In Sunnyside, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sunnyside 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Sunnyside in March?

In Sunnyside, in March, the average high-temperature is 46°F (7.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 34.9°F (1.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Sunnyside?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Sunnyside?

In Sunnyside, New York, in March, during 7.6 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Sunnyside?

The months with the most snowfall are February, March and December, with an average 0.16" (4mm) of accumulated snow.

What is the last month it snows in Sunnyside?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.9 snowfall days, in March, Sunnyside aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sunnyside have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Sunnyside?

On the first day of March in Sunnyside, sunrise is at 6:28 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 in Sunnyside?

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Sunnyside, New York, is 6.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Sunnyside?

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Sunnyside?

In Sunnyside, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Sunnyside, NY

Average temperature in March - Sunnyside, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Sunnyside, NY

Average pressure in March - Sunnyside, 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
Sunnyside, NY

Average wind speed in March - Sunnyside, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Sunnyside, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Sunnyside, NY

Average rainfall in March - Sunnyside, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.75").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

Average rainfall days in March
Sunnyside, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Sunnyside, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (9.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sunnyside, NY

Average snowfall in March - Sunnyside, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.16"

The months with the highest snowfall are February, March and December (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sunnyside, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Sunnyside, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.9 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.6 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
Sunnyside, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sunnyside, 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 2min

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
Sunnyside, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Sunnyside, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 21.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (24 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Sunnyside, NY

Average UV index in March - Sunnyside, NY
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Sunnyside, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Sunnyside, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Sunnyside, NY

Average visibility in March - Sunnyside, 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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