March weather forecast
West Hempstead, NY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in West Hempstead, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and an average high of 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Temperature

March's arrival coincides with a marginal rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's wintry 39.4°F (4.1°C) to a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C). During March, West Hempstead perceives a slight decrease in temperature from daytime highs, settling at an average low of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In West Hempstead, during March, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. In West Hempstead, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.1 days and collects up to 8.15" (207mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. The month with the most snowfall in West Hempstead is March, when snow falls for 1.9 days and typically aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

Daylight

In West Hempstead, New York, the average length of the day in March 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

In March, the average sunshine in West Hempstead is 6.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in West Hempstead, New York, are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in March translates into this advice:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in West Hempstead?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in West Hempstead are 44.8°F (7.1°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in West Hempstead?

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

How much does it rain in West Hempstead in March?

In West Hempstead, in March, during 8.1 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in West Hempstead?

The month with the most snowfall in West Hempstead is March, when snow falls for 1.9 days and typically aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the last month it snows in West Hempstead?

March is the last month it regularly snows in West Hempstead. During 1.9 snowfall days, in March, West Hempstead aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in West Hempstead?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in West Hempstead?

On the first day of March in West Hempstead, New York, 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 in West Hempstead?

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

The average sunshine duration in March in West Hempstead is 6.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in West Hempstead?

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

What is the UV index reading in March in West Hempstead?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
West Hempstead, NY

Average temperature in March - West Hempstead, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in March
West Hempstead, NY

Average pressure in March - West Hempstead, 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
West Hempstead, NY

Average wind speed in March - West Hempstead, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

Average humidity in March
West Hempstead, NY

Average humidity in March - West Hempstead, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in March
West Hempstead, NY

Average rainfall in March - West Hempstead, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.31").

Average rainfall days in March
West Hempstead, NY

Average rainfall days in March - West Hempstead, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
West Hempstead, NY

Average snowfall in March - West Hempstead, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
West Hempstead, NY

Average snowfall days in March - West Hempstead, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 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
West Hempstead, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - West Hempstead, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
West Hempstead, NY

Average sunshine days in March - West Hempstead, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.9 days).

Average UV index in March
West Hempstead, NY

Average UV index in March - West Hempstead, 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
West Hempstead, NY

Average cloud cover in March - West Hempstead, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

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

Average visibility in March
West Hempstead, NY

Average visibility in March - West Hempstead, 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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