March weather forecast
Valley Stream, NY

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Weather in March

Weather in Valley Stream, New York, gradually warms up as we transition into March. Witness the daily temperature rising up to 45.1°F (7.3°C) on average compared with the cooler February. Snowy days are left behind, and dominated instead by an increase in rainy days. The scenery begins to change as the blossoms of spring start peeping through the melting snow. March marks an opportunity to witness such seasonal beauty unfold, seeing the landscape gradually bloom under the increasing daylight hours.

Temperature

March brings a slight elevation in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's icy 39.4°F (4.1°C) to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). Valley Stream's average low-temperature in March is measured at a cold 36°F (2.2°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Valley Stream is 73%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout March, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135.3 rainfall days, and 18.62" (473mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, October through December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.3 days and accumulates 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:18 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

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C) and a low-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Valley Stream, during March, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall in Valley Stream is March, when snow falls for 3.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 3.3 snowfall days, in March, Valley Stream aggregates 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Valley Stream have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:18 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?

In Valley Stream, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What are the months with 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Valley Stream, NY

Average temperature in March - Valley Stream, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Valley Stream, NY

Average pressure in March - Valley Stream, 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
Valley Stream, NY

Average wind speed in March - Valley Stream, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

Average humidity in March
Valley Stream, NY

Average humidity in March - Valley Stream, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Valley Stream, NY

Average rainfall in March - Valley Stream, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.3"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in March
Valley Stream, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Valley Stream, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Valley Stream, NY

Average snowfall in March - Valley Stream, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Valley Stream, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Valley Stream, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Valley Stream, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Valley Stream, 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
Valley Stream, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Valley Stream, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Valley Stream, NY

Average UV index in March - Valley Stream, 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
Valley Stream, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Valley Stream, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Valley Stream, NY

Average visibility in March - Valley Stream, 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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